Real Boy (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 2016, Real Boy is a documentary film directed by Shaleece Haas, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. REAL BOY is the coming-of-age story of Bennett Wallace, a transgender teenager on a journey to find his voice-as a musician, a friend, a son, and a man. As he navigates the ups and downs of young adulthood, Bennett works to gain the love and support of his mother, who has deep misgivings about her child's transition. Along the way, he forges a powerful friendship with his idol, Joe Stevens, a celebrated transgender musician with his own demons to fight.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Real Boy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Fuse+ Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Real Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Real Boy tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Real Boy (2016)?
- In US, Real Boy is available to stream on Fuse+ Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Real Boy worth watching?
- Real Boy holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Real Boy released?
- Real Boy was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.