Borstal Boy
Borstal Boy is a 2000 Drama film released on 1st January; Peter Sheridan directed the film which stars Danny Dyer, Michael York, and Shawn Hatosy.
Based on Irish poet Brendan Behan's experiences in a reform school in 1942. A 16 year-old Irish republican terrorist arrives on the ferry at Liverpool and is arrested for possession of explosives. He is imprisoned in a Borstal in East Anglia, where he is forced to live with his would-be enemies, an experience that profoundly changes his life.
Cast (9)
Production Companies
Borstal Boy Stats
Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of Filming
11% 13-19
44% 20-29
22% 50-59
11% 60-69
11% Unknown
Cast Genders
Who Is Most Represented
11% Female
89% Male
Good/Bad Characters
More Heroes of Villains?
100% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
100% Unknown
Borstal Boy FAQ
When was Borstal Boy released?
Borstal Boy was released on Saturday January 1st, 2000.
Is Borstal Boy on Netflix?
No, Borstal Boy is not currently available on Netflix in the United States
Is Borstal Boy on Amazon Prime?
No, Borstal Boy is not currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States
Is Borstal Boy on Disney Plus?
No, Borstal Boy is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States