The Butcher Boy
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow up are immense. When Francie's world turns to madness, he tries to counter it with further insanity, with dire consequences.
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Frequently asked questions about The Butcher Boy
Where can I watch The Butcher Boy in the United States?
The Butcher Boy is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy stars Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw, Stephen Rea, and Ian Hart. Neil Jordan is the director.
How long is The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).
When did The Butcher Boy come out?
The Butcher Boy was released on February 20, 1998.
Which studio made The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy was produced by Geffen Pictures and Butcher Boy Film Productions in Ireland and the United States.
How much did The Butcher Boy make at the box office?
The Butcher Boy grossed $5,000,000 worldwide.
What languages is The Butcher Boy in?
The Butcher Boy is in Irish and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.