Boy & the World
2014, Portuguese. Directed by Alê Abreu.
Some dreams survive.
Suffering because of his father's departure to the big city, a boy leaves his village and discovers a fantastic world dominated by bug-engines and strange beings. An unusual animation with various artistic techniques that portrays the issues of the modern world through the eyes of a child.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Portuguese
- Rated
- PG
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7.4/10 from 265 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 17 January 2014
- Original title
- O Menino e o Mundo
- Country
- Brazil
- Written by
- Alê Abreu
- Box office
- $121K
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Boy & the World: quick answers
Is Boy & the World worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 265 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Boy & the World?
Boy & the World runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does Boy & the World have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Boy & the World. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Boy & the World parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Boy & the World is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Boy & the World on?
Boy & the World isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Boy & the World?
If you liked Boy & the World, try Tinker Bell, The Little Prince, The Brave Little Toaster.
Who directed Boy & the World?
Boy & the World (2014) was directed by Alê Abreu and stars Vinicius Garcia, Lu Horta, Marco Aurélio Campos.