Boy Swallows Universe
Limited Series
“The acclaimed novel comes alive.”
Created by: John Collee
Network: Netflix
Season aired: 2024-01-11
Overview
A young boy growing up in the suburbs of 1980s Brisbane faces the harsh realities of life — and the looming dangers that threaten his family.
Episodes · 7
Boy Smells Rat
Eli starts the day with a turbulent driving lesson from Slim. School bullies confront Eli with a challenge, but a teacher catches them in the act.
Boy Gets Chop
Lyle shows Eli and Gus around his workplace and introduces them to his boss, Tytus Broz. Later, a surprise visit to Eli's house leads to trouble.
Run Boy Run
Frankie gets herself in trouble for protecting her sons. Eli searches for a way back home to look for his stepdad — and his missing stash.
Boy Loses Dad
Caitlyn continues investigating Lyle's disappearance. Accompanied by police, the school's guidance counselor checks on the boys.
Boy Takes Flight
Eli asks for a big favor from Slim's old acquaintance and comes across a major clue about Lyle's disappearance.
Boy Seeks Work
Eli and Gus show Frankie what they've planned for their future. Later, Eli attempts to get a job as a journalist at the local paper.
Boy Meets End
Eli finds an unlikely source for a story to submit to The Courier-Mail. New evidence leads Caitlyn to uncover the truth about the criminal underworld.
