Top Boy (2019)
Kernel Score: 88% · 148 ratings
Genres: Crime, Drama, Action & Adventure
First aired: 2019-09-13
Seasons: 3 · 24 episodes
Where to watch Top Boy
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Two seasoned drug dealers return to the gritty street of London, but their pursuit of money and power is threatened by a young and ruthless hustler.
Top Boy parents' guide: ages 16+
Parents need to know that Top Boy is a TV-MA British crime drama centered on drug dealing, gang violence, and street crime in London.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Gang rivalry, criminal violence, and betrayal are central to this gritty crime drama, per keywords like gangster and rivalry.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — The drug trade and drug dealing are core plot elements throughout the series.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Kane Robinson as Sully
- Ashley Walters as Dushane
- Micheal Ward as Jamie
- Araloyin Oshunremi as Stefan
- Joshua Blisset as Kieron
- Jasmine Jobson as Jaq
- Little Simz as Shelley
- Kadeem Ramsay as Kit
- Hope Ikpoku Jnr as Aaron
- Lisa Dwan as Lizzie
Top Boy FAQ
Is Top Boy good?
Top Boy has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 148 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Top Boy?
In the US you can stream Top Boy on Netflix.
Is Top Boy OK for kids?
Top Boy is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 16+. Parents need to know that Top Boy is a TV-MA British crime drama centered on drug dealing, gang violence, and street crime in London.
What shows are like Top Boy?
If you liked Top Boy, try Gangs of London, The Penguin, Peaky Blinders and Sons of Anarchy.