The Boy Who Disappeared (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1984, The Boy Who Disappeared is a drama and family film directed by Ebbe Nyvold, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Fed up with his quarreling middle class parents, thirteen-year-old Jonas runs away from home. He seeks his freedom in the woods, where he befriends a girl his own age and a drunken ex-pilot, who offers him some warmth and understanding.
Who’s in it. The Boy Who Disappeared stars Mads M. Nielsen as Jonas, Mille Reingaard as Lena, Kirsten Olesen as Jonas's Mother and Kjeld Nørgaard as Jonas's Father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Boy Who Disappeared sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boy Who Disappeared page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy Who Disappeared tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boy Who Disappeared (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy Who Disappeared change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boy Who Disappeared worth watching?
- The Boy Who Disappeared holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Boy Who Disappeared?
- The Boy Who Disappeared stars Mads M. Nielsen, Mille Reingaard, Kirsten Olesen, Kjeld Nørgaard and Tomas Find.
- When was The Boy Who Disappeared released?
- The Boy Who Disappeared was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.