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The Boy

6.020161h 38mPG-13MovieHorrorMysteryThriller

A young American woman takes a job as a nanny in a remote English village, soon discovering that the family's eight-year-old son is a life-sized doll that comes with a list of strict rules.

DirectorWilliam Brent Bell

WriterStacey Menear

ProducersEric Reid·Donald Tang

Where to watch

Amazon Prime Video

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

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The Boy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Boy?

The Boy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Boy on Netflix?

No, The Boy is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is The Boy on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Boy is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Boy for free?

The Boy is available on Amazon Prime Video in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Boy?

Yes — The Boy is followed by Brahms: The Boy II (2020) in the Boy Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Boy?

The Boy is the first film in the Boy Collection.

Is The Boy part of a trilogy?

No — The Boy is part of the Boy Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Boy Collection?

There are 2 films in the Boy Collection: The Boy (2016) and Brahms: The Boy II (2020).