What genre is Nowhere Boy?

Nowhere Boy is categorised as Drama.

Who stars in Nowhere Boy?

David Morrissey, David Threlfall, Ophelia Lovibond, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Thomas Brodie-Sangster appear in the main cast.

Who directed Nowhere Boy?

Sam Taylor-Johnson directed Nowhere Boy.

How long is Nowhere Boy?

Nowhere Boy runs for 1h 38m (98 minutes).

Is Nowhere Boy worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 7.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Nowhere Boy?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Nowhere Boy (2009)

Name: Nowhere Boy
Genre: Drama
Released: 2009
Duration: 98 min
Cast: David Morrissey, David Threlfall, Ophelia Lovibond, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Thomas Brodie-Sangster

Movie 1h 38m ★ 7.2/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

Drama

Where to watch

Dating from 2009, Nowhere Boy sits in the drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson. The cast includes David Morrissey, David Threlfall and Ophelia Lovibond. The running time is 1h 38m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.2 out of 10.

Synopsis

A rebellious teenager, future Beatle John Lennon lives with his Aunt Mimi in working-class mid-1950s Liverpool, England. Mimi's husband suddenly dies, and John spies his mother Julia at the funeral. Despite Mimi's misgivings, John intends to have a real relationship with his mother. Julia introduces him to popular music and the banjo and, though a family conflict looms, young John is inspired to form his own band.

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Questions about Nowhere Boy

What genre is Nowhere Boy?: Nowhere Boy is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Nowhere Boy?: David Morrissey, David Threlfall, Ophelia Lovibond, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Thomas Brodie-Sangster appear in the main cast.
Who directed Nowhere Boy?: Sam Taylor-Johnson directed Nowhere Boy.
How long is Nowhere Boy?: Nowhere Boy runs for 1h 38m (98 minutes).
Is Nowhere Boy worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 7.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Nowhere Boy?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.