The Boys Are Back
When the wife of sports-writer Joe Warr dies of cancer, he takes on the responsibility of raising their 6-year-old son, and his teenage son from a previous marriage. As Joe rejects the counsel of his mother-in-law and other parents, he develops his own philosophies on parenting.
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Frequently asked questions about The Boys Are Back
Where can I watch The Boys Are Back in the United States?
The Boys Are Back is available to stream on History Vault, Hoopla, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Boys Are Back for free?
The Boys Are Back streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Boys Are Back?
The Boys Are Back scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Boys Are Back?
The Boys Are Back stars Clive Owen, Laura Fraser, Emma Booth, George MacKay, and Emma Lung. Scott Hicks is the director.
How long is The Boys Are Back?
The Boys Are Back runs 1h 44m (104 minutes).
When did The Boys Are Back come out?
The Boys Are Back was released on September 25, 2009.
Which studio made The Boys Are Back?
The Boys Are Back was produced by Australian Film Finance Corporation, BBC Film, and Hopscotch Productions in Australia and the United Kingdom.
Ratings and 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 October 2026.