Backwards Boy (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2004, Backwards Boy is an animation film directed by Nora Twomey, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. Cúilín Dualach lives in a small town in the west of Ireland. He is the apple of his mother’s eye, yet his father shows him little affection. Everywhere he goes, people stare at him. Cúilín strives to fit in as best he can but that can be a difficult thing to do when your head is on backwards!
Who’s in it. Backwards Boy stars Clom O'Cuaig as Cúilín Dualach.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Backwards Boy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Backwards Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Backwards Boy tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Backwards Boy (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Backwards Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Backwards Boy worth watching?
- Backwards Boy holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Backwards Boy?
- Backwards Boy stars Clom O'Cuaig.
- When was Backwards Boy released?
- Backwards Boy was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.