Nowhere Boy (2009)

Kernel Score: 80% · 853 ratings

Genres: Drama

Released: 2009-12-25

Runtime: 98 minutes

Where to watch Nowhere Boy

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

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.

Nowhere Boy parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that Nowhere Boy depicts teenage John Lennon's difficult family life, including a parent's death and complicated mother-son relationship.

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Director

Sam Taylor-Johnson

Cast

Nowhere Boy FAQ

Is Nowhere Boy good?

Nowhere Boy has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 853 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Nowhere Boy?

In the US you can stream Nowhere Boy on The Criterion Channel, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, Fandango at Home and Plex and rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Nowhere Boy OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Nowhere Boy depicts teenage John Lennon's difficult family life, including a parent's death and complicated mother-son relationship.

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