2023 · movie · PG-13 · 2h 4m
The Boy and the Heron
Where death comes to an end, life finds a new beginning.
Is The Boy and the Heron on Netflix?
No. The Boy and the Heron (2023) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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While the Second World War rages, the teenage Mahito, haunted by his mother's tragic death, is relocated from Tokyo to the serene rural home of his new stepmother Natsuko, a woman who bears a striking resemblance to the boy's mother. As he tries to adjust, this strange new world grows even stranger following the appearance of a persistent gray heron, who perplexes and bedevils Mahito, dubbing him the "long-awaited one."
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How we got to 72.3
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.4/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 44 | none |
| Recency | 50 | none |
The Boy and the Heron: common questions
Is The Boy and the Heron on Netflix?
No. The Boy and the Heron (2023) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron (2023) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is The Boy and the Heron worth watching?
It scores 72.3/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron runs 2h 4m (124 minutes).
What is The Boy and the Heron rated?
The Boy and the Heron is rated PG-13 in the US.
Who is in The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron stars Soma Santoki, Masaki Suda, Ko Shibasaki, Aimyon.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.