Boyhood
The film tells a story of a divorced couple trying to raise their young son. The story follows the boy for twelve years, from first grade at age 6 through 12th grade at age 17-18, and examines his relationship with his parents as he grows.
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Based on audience scoresWhere to stream Boyhood
Streaming now in the United States on Netflix, Philo, AMC+, Criterion Channel, Sundance Now, and Kanopy.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Boyhood
Where can I watch Boyhood in the United States?
Boyhood is available to stream on Netflix, Philo, AMC+, Criterion Channel, Sundance Now, and Kanopy 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 Boyhood on Netflix?
Yes. Boyhood is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside Philo, AMC+, Criterion Channel, Sundance Now, and Kanopy.
Can I watch Boyhood for free?
Boyhood streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Boyhood?
Boyhood scores 7.5 on The Movie Database, 7.9 on IMDb, 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 76 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Boyhood?
Boyhood stars Ellar Coltrane, Patricia Arquette, Ethan Hawke, Lorelei Linklater, and Libby Villari. Richard Linklater is the director.
How long is Boyhood?
Boyhood runs 2h 45m (165 minutes).
When did Boyhood come out?
Boyhood was released on June 5, 2014.
Which studio made Boyhood?
Boyhood was produced by IFC Productions and Detour Filmproduction in the United States.
What was the budget for Boyhood?
Boyhood was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did Boyhood make at the box office?
Boyhood grossed $48,137,666 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
What languages is Boyhood in?
Boyhood is in Spanish 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.