A Boy Called H (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.5

Released in 2013, A Boy Called H is a drama film directed by Yasuo Furuhata, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. Told from the viewpoint of the father Morio, "A Boy Called H" follows a young boy named Hajime Senoh, nicknamed "H". His father, Morio runs a tailor shop. With the onset of World War II, their family must endure difficult times. Nevertheless, H is filled with curiosity and a sense of justice. Based on the autobiographical novel "Shonen H" by Kappa Senoh (published by Kodansha, July 9, 1999).
Who’s in it. A Boy Called H stars Yutaka Mizutani as Morio Senoh, Tatsuki Yoshioka as Kaoru Senoh (H), Ran Ito as Toshiko Senoh and Yurine Hanada as Yoshiko Senoh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, A Boy Called H has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $15.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Boy Called H page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Boy Called H tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Boy Called H (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Boy Called H change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Boy Called H worth watching?
- A Boy Called H holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Boy Called H?
- A Boy Called H stars Yutaka Mizutani, Tatsuki Yoshioka, Ran Ito, Yurine Hanada and Shun Oguri.
- When was A Boy Called H released?
- A Boy Called H was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.
