Beautiful Boy Movie (2018): Where to watch and stream online

Beautiful Boy

2018, Movie, 2h 1min

After he and his first wife separate, journalist David Sheff struggles to help their teenage son, who goes from experimenting with drugs to becoming devastatingly addicted to methamphetamine.

Country: United States

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Reviews

Emilie Larsen

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3 years ago

Critic Hannah Strong

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It’s the human cost of addiction which really hits home, and in offering no easy answers or trite sentiments, Beautiful Boy does justice to both the people fighting this affliction, and those doing everything in their power to help.

Read full review at Little White Lies

Critic William Bibbiani

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...gives the film’s remarkable cast the room they need to develop and deliver uncanny performances, rich in detail and emotional complexity.

Read full review at Ign

Critic Benjamin Lee

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...a film about the aching responsibility of parenting but also its limitations...

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Dan Jolin

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...not only a bitingly raw portrayal of drug addiction, it also depicts a father-son relationship that’s pushed to the limits by a seemingly no-win situation.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Robbie Collin

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...a devastating, heart-piercing ode to fatherhood

Read full review at The Telegraph

Frequently asked questions

What is Beautiful Boy about? Toggle content

"Beautiful Boy" is a poignant drama that explores the complex bond between a father and his son as they navigate the turbulent waters of addiction. After discovering that his teenage son, Nic, has succumbed to methamphetamine addiction, journalist David Sheff fights an uphill battle filled with heartbreak and despair. The film delves into the emotional turmoil of both father and son, capturing their struggles with trust, love, and the consequences of choices made along the way. As Nic cycles through recovery and relapse, David's unwavering determination to help him underscores a universal theme of parental love amid chaos. Set against a backdrop of hope and despair, "Beautiful Boy" is an intimate look at family bonds tested by addiction's relentless grip. It serves as both a cautionary tale and an inspiring reminder of resilience in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Where can I stream Beautiful Boy? Toggle content

You can stream Beautiful Boy on: Amazon Prime

What movies are similar to Beautiful Boy? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Beautiful Boy include Perfect Days, The Judge, The Good Lie, Aftersun, East Side Sushi, Burden.

When was Beautiful Boy released in theaters? Toggle content

Beautiful Boy was released in theaters on October 25, 2018.