Boy Swallows Universe
A young boy growing up in 1980s Brisbane tries to protect his family while navigating addiction, crime, hardship, and the complicated world of adults around him. Blending family drama, coming-of-age emotion, dark humor, and surreal touches, the miniseries follows his search for hope amid constant danger.
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Season 1
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E1
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.
Jan 11, 2024 · 55m -
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E2
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.
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E3
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.
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E4
Boy Loses Dad
Caitlyn continues investigating Lyle's disappearance. Accompanied by police, the school's guidance counselor checks on the boys.
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E5
Boy Takes Flight
Eli asks for a big favor from Slim's old acquaintance and comes across a major clue about Lyle's disappearance.
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E6
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.
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E7
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.
Jan 11, 2024
