Movie

The Boy Who Turned Yellow

“When John meets an alien who feeds on electricity, things start to go wrong”

★ 5.7(13)197255m

The Boy Who Turned Yellow isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Switzerland right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

Where to watch The Boy Who Turned Yellow

🇨🇭 Switzerland

No streaming, rental or purchase options are listed in Switzerland right now. Availability changes often — try switching your region in the header.

Streaming in other regions

🇫🇮 FI🇬🇧 GB🇸🇪 SE🇺🇸 US

Good to know

Director: Michael Powell
Release date: 1972-09-16
Runtime: 55m
Language: English
Budget: $45,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Children's Film Foundation (CFF)

About The Boy Who Turned Yellow

The Boy Who Turned Yellow is a 1972 movie in the Family and Science Fiction genres, directed by Michael Powell, starring Mark Dightam, Robert Eddison and Helen Weir. It has a runtime of 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Boy Who Turned Yellow in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

John and his class visit the Tower of London, where he loses his pet mouse. He falls asleep during a lesson on electricity, but with some help, he learns about it, invades the Tower, and saves his pet.

Cast

Mark Dightam

John

Robert Eddison

Nick

Helen Weir

Mrs Saunders

Brian Worth

Mr Saunders

Esmond Knight

Doctor

Laurence Carter

Schoolteacher

Patrick McAlinney

Supreme Beefeater

Lem Dobbs

Munro

Nigel Rathbone

Schoolboy (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

alientower of londonwhite mouse

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Boy Who Turned Yellow in Switzerland?+

The Boy Who Turned Yellow is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Boy Who Turned Yellow on Netflix?+

The Boy Who Turned Yellow is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How long is The Boy Who Turned Yellow?+

The Boy Who Turned Yellow has a runtime of 55 minutes (55 minutes).

Who stars in The Boy Who Turned Yellow?+

The Boy Who Turned Yellow stars Mark Dightam, Robert Eddison, Helen Weir, Brian Worth and Esmond Knight.

When did The Boy Who Turned Yellow come out?+

The Boy Who Turned Yellow is a 1972 movie directed by Michael Powell.

What genre is The Boy Who Turned Yellow?+

The Boy Who Turned Yellow is Family and Science Fiction film.

Who directed The Boy Who Turned Yellow?+

The Boy Who Turned Yellow was directed by Michael Powell.