December Boys (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 6

December Boys poster

Released in 2007, December Boys is a drama and romance film directed by Rod Hardy, running about 105 minutes. “After that summer nothing would be the same.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. For many years, four teenage orphans at an Australian outback convent have watched their younger comrades find new parents, and realize that they may never be adopted. The Reverend Mother sends the four boys away on a seaside vacation, where they meet Teresa and Fearless, a couple who would make perfect parents. The youths compete with one another to be the one Teresa and Fearless decide to adopt.

Who’s in it. December Boys stars Daniel Radcliffe as Maps, James Fraser as Spit, Christian Byers as Sparks and Lee Cormie as Misty, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, December Boys has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $46.5K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch December Boys page.

If you liked it. Fans of December Boys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch December Boys (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for December Boys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is December Boys worth watching?
December Boys holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in December Boys?
December Boys stars Daniel Radcliffe, James Fraser, Christian Byers, Lee Cormie and Jack Thompson.
When was December Boys released?
December Boys was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.