Boy Swallows Universe(2024)
The acclaimed novel comes alive.
A young boy growing up in the suburbs of 1980s Brisbane faces the harsh realities of life — and the looming dangers that threaten his family.
- Created by:
- John Collee
- First aired:
- 2024-01-11
- Country:
- AU
- Network:
- Netflix
Episodes
1. Boy Smells Rat
★ 7.92024-01-11 · 56m
Eli starts the day with a turbulent driving lesson from Slim. School bullies confront Eli with a challenge, but a teacher catches them in the act.
2. Boy Gets Chop
★ 7.72024-01-11 · 52m
Lyle shows Eli and Gus around his workplace and introduces them to his boss, Tytus Broz. Later, a surprise visit to Eli's house leads to trouble.
3. Run Boy Run
★ 7.62024-01-11 · 49m
Frankie gets herself in trouble for protecting her sons. Eli searches for a way back home to look for his stepdad — and his missing stash.
4. Boy Loses Dad
★ 7.52024-01-11 · 57m
Caitlyn continues investigating Lyle's disappearance. Accompanied by police, the school's guidance counselor checks on the boys.
5. Boy Takes Flight
★ 7.52024-01-11 · 57m
Eli asks for a big favor from Slim's old acquaintance and comes across a major clue about Lyle's disappearance.
6. Boy Seeks Work
★ 8.02024-01-11 · 55m
Eli and Gus show Frankie what they've planned for their future. Later, Eli attempts to get a job as a journalist at the local paper.
7. Boy Meets End
★ 7.92024-01-11 · 78m
Eli finds an unlikely source for a story to submit to The Courier-Mail. New evidence leads Caitlyn to uncover the truth about the criminal underworld.
Where to watch
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Cast
Phoebe Tonkin
Frances Bell
Lee Tiger Halley
Gus Bell
