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Responsible Child

6.520191h 27mMovieDramaTV Movie

Ray, a twelve-year-old boy, must confront the British legal system when he is accused of murder.

DirectorNick Holt
WriterSean Buckley
ProducersLucy Richer·Ayela Butt

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Nick Holt

BBBilly Barratt
Billy Barratt
Ray
MFMichelle Fairley
Michelle Fairley
Kerry
SDShaun Dingwall
Shaun Dingwall
Scott
OMOwen McDonnell
Owen McDonnell
Pete
SBStephen Boxer
Stephen Boxer
Judge Walden
JTJames Tarpey
James Tarpey
Nathan
DHDebbie Honeywood
Debbie Honeywood
Veronica
SMStephen Campbell Moore
Stephen Campbell Moore
Dr. Johann Keaton
TBTom Burke
Tom Burke
William Ramsden
NBNeal Barry
Neal Barry
Kevin - Appropriate Adult
THTina Harris
Tina Harris
Sergeant Lucas
KWKirsten Wright
Kirsten Wright
Serena

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Responsible Child — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Responsible Child?

Responsible Child is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United Kingdom.

Is Responsible Child on Netflix?

Yes — Responsible Child is available on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Responsible Child on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Responsible Child isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch Responsible Child for free?

Responsible Child is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Responsible Child based on a true story?

Yes — Responsible Child is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).