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Borstal Boy

“As a prisoner of war it is my duty to escape.”

6.220011h 31mDrama
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Borstal Boy at a glance

Borstal Boy is a 2001 drama film, running 1h 31m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, YouTube and Apple TV Store.

15 age rating1h 31mDrama

Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
2001-03-22
Runtime
1h 31m
Genres
Drama
Director
Peter Sheridan
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
6.2 / 10 · 56 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

Brendan Behan, a sixteen year-old IRA foot soldier, is going on a bombing mission from Ireland to Liverpool during the second world war. His mission is thwarted when he is apprehended, charged and imprisoned in Borstal, a reform institution for young offenders in East Anglia, England.

Cast

14 names
Shawn HatosyBrendan Behan
Danny DyerCharlie Milwall
Robin LaingJock
Ian McElhinneyVerreker
Eva BirthistleLiz Joyce
Mark HubermanMac
Lee InglebyDale
Ronnie DrewCustoms man
Eamon GlancyManning
Dennis ConwayHolmes
Patricia LeventonLandlady
John O'TooleWhitbread
Luke HaydenAlex
Michael YorkJoyce

Questions about Borstal Boy

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Where can I watch Borstal Boy in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, Borstal Boy is listed on Apple TV Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is Borstal Boy suitable for children?

Borstal Boy is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is Borstal Boy about?

Brendan Behan, a sixteen year-old IRA foot soldier, is going on a bombing mission from Ireland to Liverpool during the second world war. His mission is thwarted when he is apprehended, charged and imprisoned in Borstal, a reform institution for young offenders in East Anglia, England.

How long is Borstal Boy?

Borstal Boy runs for 1h 31m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the Borstal Boy trailer?

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