Boyhood is streaming on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Availability checked 20 June 2026.
Good to know
- Director
- Richard Linklater
- Release date
- 2014-06-05
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- Language
- Spanish
- Box office
- $48,137,666
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Studio
- IFC Productions
Boyhood — trailer
About Boyhood
Boyhood is a 2014 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Richard Linklater, starring Ellar Coltrane, Patricia Arquette and Ethan Hawke. It has a runtime of 2 hours 45 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 5,524 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Boyhood in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
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.
Cast
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Boyhood in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Boyhood on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Is Boyhood on Netflix?+
Boyhood is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads.
How long is Boyhood?+
Boyhood has a runtime of 2 hours 45 minutes (165 minutes).
Who stars in Boyhood?+
Boyhood stars Ellar Coltrane, Patricia Arquette, Ethan Hawke, Lorelei Linklater and Libby Villari.
When did Boyhood come out?+
Boyhood is a 2014 movie directed by Richard Linklater.
What genre is Boyhood?+
Boyhood is Drama film.
Who directed Boyhood?+
Boyhood was directed by Richard Linklater.
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