The Boy and the Beast
バケモノの子
Kyuta, a boy living in Shibuya, and Kumatetsu, a lonesome beast from Jutengai, an imaginary world. One day, Kyuta forays into the imaginary world and, as he's looking for his way back, meets Kumatetsu who becomes his spirit guide. That encounter leads them to many adventures.
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Based on audience scoresWhere to stream The Boy and the Beast
Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Crunchyroll.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
Official UK Trailer [Subtitled]
Official English Language Trailer
Official Trailer 2 [Subtitled]
Official Trailer [Subtitled]
English Clip - The Sword in Your Soul
English Clip - Lost in Jutengai
English Clip - An Encounter in the Human World
English Clip - Battle of the Beasts
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Frequently asked questions about The Boy and the Beast
Where can I watch The Boy and the Beast in the United States?
The Boy and the Beast is available to stream on HBO Max and Crunchyroll 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.
Is The Boy and the Beast on HBO Max?
Yes. The Boy and the Beast is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Crunchyroll.
Can I watch The Boy and the Beast for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Boy and the Beast needs a subscription to HBO Max and Crunchyroll, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Boy and the Beast?
The Boy and the Beast scores 7.9 on The Movie Database, 7.6 on IMDb, 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 74 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Boy and the Beast?
The Boy and the Beast stars Koji Yakusho, Aoi Miyazaki, Shota Sometani, Suzu Hirose, and Lily Franky. Mamoru Hosoda is the director.
How long is The Boy and the Beast?
The Boy and the Beast runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did The Boy and the Beast come out?
The Boy and the Beast was released on July 11, 2015.
Which studio made The Boy and the Beast?
The Boy and the Beast was produced by Nippon Television Network Corporation, Studio Chizu, and TOHO in Japan.
How much did The Boy and the Beast make at the box office?
The Boy and the Beast grossed $49,714,378 worldwide.
What language is The Boy and the Beast in?
The Boy and the Beast is in Japanese, and its original title is バケモノの子.
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.