The Boy Inside (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2012, The Boy Inside is a comedy film directed by Tetsu Maeda, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. On the night of Mikihiko's 18th birthday, Mikihiko thinks of childhood friend Morio. Morio has been in vegetative state since the age of 6 after being involved in an accident.One day, Moria awakens from his vegetative state. Morio still has the mind of a 6-year-old.
Who’s in it. The Boy Inside stars Masaki Suda as Morio, Tori Matsuzaka as Mikihiko, Aiba Hiroki as Tomonari and Fumi Nikaido as Kie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Boy Inside 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 The Boy Inside page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy Inside tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boy Inside (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy Inside change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boy Inside worth watching?
- The Boy Inside holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Boy Inside?
- The Boy Inside stars Masaki Suda, Tori Matsuzaka, Aiba Hiroki, Fumi Nikaido and Masataka Nakagauchi.
- When was The Boy Inside released?
- The Boy Inside was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.