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The Boy

By William Brent Bell

2016

Horror

1h37

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7.5/10

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3.1/5

Press

2.9/5

Spect.

Synopsis

An American nanny is shocked that her new English family's boy is actually a life-sized doll. After she violates a list of strict rules, disturbing events make her believe that the doll is really alive.

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Community Reviews

Viewers generally find 'The Boy' intriguing, particularly praising its unexpected plot twists and the eerie atmosphere that blends horror with mystery effectively. The concept of a doll believed to be alive captivates many, with emotions and suspense building up to a surprising finale. However, some felt the movie dragged at times and were disappointed by the very last scene, which seemed to set up a potential sequel rather than conclude the current story satisfactorily.

👍 Captivating plot twists

👎 Ending may feel unsatisfactory

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Reviews and Comments

20 reviews
SJ
Shaïnessrated ★ 10/10
July 12, 2024

loved it, the plot was soooo good

Roxane Matrat
Roxanerated ★ 7/10
January 4, 2026

DV
Djélahérated ★ 9/10
December 4, 2025

Titus
Titusrated ★ 6/10
August 8, 2025

Amy Lmejdoub
Amyrated ★ 8/10
August 7, 2025

Khyal Lemma
Khyalrated ★ 10/10
August 5, 2025

Pomba
Pombarated ★ 5/10
July 22, 2025

めりぬ
めりぬrated ★ 10/10
June 7, 2025

Casting

William Brent Bell

William Brent Bell

Director

Lauren Cohan

Lauren Cohan

Greta

Rupert Evans

Rupert Evans

Malcolm

Ben Robson

Ben Robson

Cole

Jim Norton

Jim Norton

M. Heelshire

Diana Hardcastle

Diana Hardcastle

Mme Heelshire

JI

Jim Russell

James

JE

Jett Klyne

Brahms (Child)

ST

Stephanie Lemelin

Sandy

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