New Boy
2007, English. Directed by Steph Green.
A young African boy with a haunting backstory starts school in Ireland and quickly finds out exactly what it means to be the new kid. Winner of Best Narrative Short at the 2008 Tribeca Film Festival and nominated for an Oscar.
- Runtime
- 0h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Steph GreenDirector
- Olutunji Ebun-ColeJoseph
- Simon O'DriscollChristian Kelly
- Fionn O'SheaSeth Quinn
- Sinead MaguireHazel O'Hara
- Norma SheahanTeacher Lady
- Byron KumbalaJoseph's Father
- Sade OyewolePamela
- Daniel CulletonStudent 1
- Karl DonovanStudent 2
- Oisin PollockStudent 3
- Conor KennedyStudent 4
- Chukwudi UgwuLead Soldier
Details
- Released
- 14 July 2007
- Country
- Ireland
- Written by
- Roddy Doyle, Steph Green
- Budget
- $94K
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What New Boy is based on
New Boy is adapted from a short story.
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How long is New Boy?
New Boy runs 11 minutes (0h 11m).
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Which OTT platform is New Boy on?
New Boy isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like New Boy?
If you liked New Boy, try Skin, The Fabelmans, Till.
Who directed New Boy?
New Boy (2007) was directed by Steph Green and stars Olutunji Ebun-Cole, Simon O'Driscoll, Fionn O'Shea.
What is New Boy based on?
New Boy is adapted from a short story.