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Beautiful Boy

2018, Movie, 1h 59min

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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2 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.

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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.

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Critic Benjamin Lee

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

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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.

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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 powerful and emotional drama that explores the heart-wrenching journey of a family coping with addiction. Based on the best-selling memoirs of David and Nic Sheff, the film chronicles Nic's struggle with drug addiction and his father's unwavering efforts to help him overcome it. The film features outstanding performances from Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet, who bring depth and nuance to their characters. With a gripping and thought-provoking storyline, Beautiful Boy sheds light on the harsh realities of addiction and the impact it has on families. It's a film that will leave you moved and inspired, and is a must-see for anyone who has ever been affected by addiction..

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 Four Good Days, Miss Meadows, Manchester by the Sea, Perfect Days, Aftersun, 55 Steps.

When was Beautiful Boy released in theaters? Toggle content

Beautiful Boy was released in theaters on November 9, 2018.