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Little Boy Blue

7.620171 seasonTV SeriesCrimeDrama

Based on a true story, this four-part drama tells the story of the murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones in Croxteth, Liverpool, in 2007. It explores Melanie’s and Steve’s ordeal, and tells of how Rhys’ murderer and associates were eventually brought to justice.

DirectorPaul Whittington
WriterJeff Pope
ProducersKwadjo Dajan·Jeff Pope

Where to watch

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Apr 24, 2017 7.5
E2
Episode 2
May 1, 2017 5.5
E3
Episode 3
May 8, 2017 5.5
E4
Episode 4
May 15, 2017 7.5

Cast · Directed by Paul Whittington

SGStephen Graham
Stephen Graham
SIO David Kelly
SKSinéad Keenan
Sinéad Keenan
Melanie Jones
BOBrían F. O'Byrne
Brían F. O'Byrne
Steve Jones
SWStephen Walters
Stephen Walters
DCI Mark Guinness
SB
Sonny Begya
Rhys Jones
MR
Matthew Roberts
Owen Jones
CTChristine Tremarco
Christine Tremarco
Marie Thompson
MM
Michael Moran
Kevin Moody
NS
Nathan Clark Smith
Jordan Olssen
JNJames Nelson-Joyce
James Nelson-Joyce
James Yates
PRPaddy Rowan
Paddy Rowan
Sean Mercer
JMJack McMullen
Jack McMullen
Dean Kelly

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Little Boy Blue — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Little Boy Blue?

Little Boy Blue is streaming on ITVX Premium and ITVX in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Little Boy Blue on Netflix?

No, Little Boy Blue is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on ITVX Premium and ITVX.

Is Little Boy Blue on Amazon Prime Video?

Little Boy Blue isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Little Boy Blue for free?

Little Boy Blue is available to stream free (with ads) on ITVX in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Little Boy Blue?

Little Boy Blue has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2017.

Are all episodes of Little Boy Blue out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of Little Boy Blue are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Little Boy Blue?

No — Little Boy Blue ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

Is Little Boy Blue based on a true story?

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