Nowhere Boy (2010): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Nowhere Boy is a 2010 biographical drama directed by Sam Taylor-Wood, starring Kristin Scott Thomas, Aaron Johnson and Anne-Marie Duff. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $6.6 million worldwide. It earned 3 award nominations, including Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the BAFTA 2010. Critics gave it 81% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Sam Taylor-Wood
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Weinstein Company, The
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Nowhere Boy About?
The premise of Nowhere Boy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 1950s Liverpool, a rebellious 15-year-old John Lennon struggles with his family relationships, torn between his reserved Aunt Mimi and his unconventional Mother Julia. He grapples with hidden truths and a longing for stability, finding refuge in the burgeoning rock 'n' roll scene. A friendship with Paul McCartney blossoms, offering camaraderie and musical inspiration. Following a heartbreaking loss, a determined young man discovers his passion and begins his journey towards becoming a musical icon.
Nowhere Boy Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- paul mccartney character
- john lennon character
- george harrison character
- jukebox musical
- knocking on a door
- banjoist
- cake
- childhood memory
- laughter
- jazz
- classical music
- liverpool england
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- postal worker
- movie theater
- overhearing
- pianist
- teen angst
- theater audience
- troubled teen
- guitar
- woman wears eyeglasses
- barefoot male
- female director
- female filmmaker
- dark comedy
- mother
- young
- docudrama drama
- period drama
- sex scene
- 1960s
- friendship
- adolescence
- f rated
- porn magazine
- title directed by female
- fellatio
- argument
- desire
- attraction
- fondling
- fingering
- outdoor oral sex
- brain hemorrhage
- exhibitionism
- sexual humor
- quid
- reference to duane eddy
- underwear
- doorman
Nowhere Boy Cast
Kristin Scott Thomas leads the cast, with Aaron Johnson and Anne-Marie Duff. Directed by Sam Taylor-Wood.
- Director Sam Taylor-Wood
Nowhere Boy Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Nowhere Boy 81% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 81% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 74%
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Metacritic 67 Metascore
User score 7.3
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TMDB 72% User score
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Nowhere Boy Plot Summary
What happens in Nowhere Boy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film intricately explores the teenage years of John Lennon, stretching from 1955 to 1960. After being separated from his mother, Julia Lennon, at the tender age of five, John is raised by his aunt and uncle, Mimi and George Smith, as if he were their own child. John’s close bond with his Uncle George is tragically severed when George passes away unexpectedly during John’s adolescence at 14. This loss ignites a curiosity in John about his mother, who has since had three daughters, one of which was given up for adoption.
Full summary
The whole story of Nowhere Boy, scene by scene
Nowhere Boy Box Office
Nowhere Boy grossed $6.6 million worldwide. $1.5 million came from the US and Canada and $5.1 million (78%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$6.6M
- US & Canada
- $1.5M
- International
- $5.1M
Nowhere Boy Awards & Nominations
Nowhere Boy earned 3 award nominations, including Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the BAFTA 2010.
3 nominations1 ceremony
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BAFTA 2010 3 nominations- Nominated Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Anne-Marie Duff and Kristin Scott Thomas
- Nominated Outstanding British Film
- Nominated Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer – Sam Taylor-Johnson
Nowhere Boy Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 1 trailer, 1 clip and 2 featurettes.
- Clip Bus
- Featurette Aaron Johnson & Sam Taylor-Wood - BAFTA Film Awards in 2010 Red Carpet
- Featurette Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Kristin Scott Thomas & Sam Taylor-Johnson on Nowhere Boy | Film4 Interview
How Well Do You Know Nowhere Boy?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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At what age was John Lennon abandoned by his mother?
Cars in Nowhere Boy
15 cars on screen, including the 1957 AEC Regent V and the 1952 Bedford KZ ML2.
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1957 AEC Regent V Important role -
1952 Bedford KZ ML2 Minor role -
1939 Bedford M-Type Minor role -
1956 Morris Oxford Series III Minor role
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Nowhere Boy FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Nowhere Boy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Nowhere Boy?
Nowhere Boy runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was Nowhere Boy released?
Nowhere Boy was released on October 8, 2010.
Who directed Nowhere Boy?
Nowhere Boy was directed by Sam Taylor-Wood.
Who is in the cast of Nowhere Boy?
Nowhere Boy stars Kristin Scott Thomas, Aaron Johnson and Anne-Marie Duff.
How much did Nowhere Boy make at the box office?
Nowhere Boy grossed $6.6 million worldwide ($1.5 million domestic, $5.1 million international).
How is Nowhere Boy rated?
Nowhere Boy has 81% on Rotten Tomatoes, 67 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
Was Nowhere Boy nominated for any awards?
Nowhere Boy received 3 nominations across 1 ceremony.
Does Nowhere Boy have a post-credit scene?
No. Nowhere Boy has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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