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Why people love it

Audiences latched onto The Boy (2016) as a horror theatrical experience: big enough for a group watch, specific enough to reward a second viewing once you know where it's headed. The horror and mystery blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 38m · ★ 6.0

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  1. 96match

    1.Sinister (2012)

    ★ 6.9 · Horror · Thriller · Mystery · 1h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, Sinister (2012) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • fuboTV
    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Paramount+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
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  2. 94match

    2.The Awakening (2011)

    ★ 6.4 · Horror · Thriller · Mystery · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, The Awakening (2011) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Philo
    • Cohen Media Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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  3. 92match

    3.Saint Maud (2020)

    ★ 6.6 · Horror · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 25m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, Saint Maud (2020) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • fuboTV
    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
    • MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
    • MGM Plus
    • Philo
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    + Save for later
  4. 90match

    4.The Limehouse Golem (2016)

    ★ 6.2 · Horror · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 49m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, The Limehouse Golem (2016) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Philo
    • Shudder
    • Shudder Amazon Channel
    • Shudder Apple TV Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  5. 88match

    5.1408 (2007)

    ★ 6.7 · Horror · Mystery · 1h 44m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, 1408 (2007) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    + Save for later
  6. 86match

    6.Eden Lake (2008)

    ★ 6.8 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, Eden Lake (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  7. 84match

    7.Hide and Seek (2005)

    ★ 6.3 · Horror · Mystery · 1h 41m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, Hide and Seek (2005) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    8.Haunt (2019)

    ★ 6.7 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, Haunt (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    9.Gaslight (1944)

    ★ 7.5 · Thriller · Drama · Mystery · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, Gaslight (1944) is a strong next stop: both trade in mystery and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    10.Possum (2018)

    ★ 6.2 · Drama · Horror · Thriller · 1h 25m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Boy clicked for you, Possum (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Philo
    • Screambox Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
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FAQ

What should I watch after The Boy?
Try Sinister, The Awakening, Saint Maud—each shares DNA with The Boy while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Boy?
The Boy (2016) is best described as Horror, Mystery, Thriller. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Boy part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "The Boy Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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