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The New Boy

6.020231h 56mMovieDrama

In a remote monastery in 1940s Australia, a mission for Aboriginal children is run by a renegade nun, Sister Eileen. A new charge is delivered in the dead of night – a boy who appears to have special powers. When the monastery takes…

DirectorWarwick Thornton
WriterWarwick Thornton
ProducersCate Blanchett·Andrew Upton

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Warwick Thornton

CBCate Blanchett
Cate Blanchett
Sister Eileen
DMDeborah Mailman
Deborah Mailman
Sister Mum
WBWayne Blair
Wayne Blair
George
ARAswan Reid
Aswan Reid
New Boy
KRKenneth Radley
Kenneth Radley
Policeman
SB
Shane Mckenzie Brady
Michael
TB
Tyrique Brady
Matthew
LW
Laiken Woolmington
David
KM
Kyle Miller
James
KM
Kailem Miller
Steven
TS
Tyler Rockman Spencer
Johnny
TR
Tyzailin Roderick
Henry

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The New Boy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The New Boy?

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

Is The New Boy on Netflix?

No, The New Boy is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Hulu and Kanopy.

Is The New Boy on Amazon Prime Video?

The New Boy isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The New Boy for free?

The New Boy is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.