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The Boat Builder

5.220151h 28mMovieDramaFamily

A grumpy old sailor wants only to finish building his boat so he can set out to sea. But from local officals to troubled fosters kid, the world keeps intervening to test his determination to make something of his golden years.

DirectorArnold Grossman
WriterArnold Grossman
ProducerRichard J. Bosner

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Cast · Directed by Arnold Grossman

CLChristopher Lloyd
Christopher Lloyd
Abner
JKJane Kaczmarek
Jane Kaczmarek
Katherine
DLDavid Lascher
David Lascher
Charles
JWJeffrey Weissman
Jeffrey Weissman
Bud
RRRachel Resheff
Rachel Resheff
Ruth
JSJoseph John Schirle
Joseph John Schirle
Duffy
TC
Tekola Cornetet
Rick
JSJennifer Stuckert
Jennifer Stuckert
Laura
AW
Aaron Wilton
Will
HGHayley Gagner
Hayley Gagner
Pedestrian / Cafe Patron
ARAdrian Roberts
Adrian Roberts
Inspector Thomas

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The Boat Builder — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Boat Builder?

The Boat Builder is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and FlixFling in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Boat Builder on Netflix?

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

Is The Boat Builder on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Boat Builder for free?

The Boat Builder is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome and The Roku Channel in United States.