Boy of Two Worlds (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1959, Boy of Two Worlds is a drama and family film directed by Astrid Henning-Jensen, running about 104 minutes. “The exciting adventure tale of a young Robinson Crusoe!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young orphan is sent to live in a Danish village where he is cast out because his mother was a West Indian. With nowhere to turn, the ingenious survivor begins devising a new life outside of town.
Who’s in it. Boy of Two Worlds stars Edvin Adolphson as Anders, poacher, Jimmy Sterman as Paw, Asbjørn Andersen as Landowner and Karen Lykkehus as Miss Bo, Paw's aunt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Boy of Two Worlds has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boy of Two Worlds page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boy of Two Worlds tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boy of Two Worlds (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boy of Two Worlds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Boy of Two Worlds worth watching?
- Boy of Two Worlds holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Boy of Two Worlds?
- Boy of Two Worlds stars Edvin Adolphson, Jimmy Sterman, Asbjørn Andersen, Karen Lykkehus and Helge Kjærulff-Schmidt.
- When was Boy of Two Worlds released?
- Boy of Two Worlds was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.