My Son (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2021, My Son is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Christian Carion, running about 95 minutes. “A groundbreaking achievement in filmmaking where both actor and audience uncover a mystery at the same time.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a man's only son goes missing, he travels to the town where his ex-wife lives in search of answers. To play a man whose life is clouded by mystery, McAvoy will not be given a script of dialogue.
Who’s in it. My Son stars James McAvoy as Edmond Murray, Tom Cullen as Frank, Claire Foy as Joan Richmond and Gary Lewis as Inspector Roy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, My Son has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Son tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Son (2021)?
- In US, My Son is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is My Son worth watching?
- My Son holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Son?
- My Son stars James McAvoy, Tom Cullen, Claire Foy, Gary Lewis and Michael Moreland.
- When was My Son released?
- My Son was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.