


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.
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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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmBrendan 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
Lee InglebyDale
Ronnie DrewCustoms man
Luke HaydenAlex
Michael YorkJoyceQuestions about Borstal Boy
Quick answersWhere 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.
Is Borstal Boy on PelisPlus UK?
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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?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play BORSTAL BOY Official Film Trailer without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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