The New Boy
“A mysterious new arrival disturbs a delicately balanced world in this story of spiritual struggle and the cost of survival.”
Synopsis
In a remote monastery in 1940s Australia, a mission for Aboriginal children is run by a renegade nun, Sister Eileen. A new charge is delivered in the dead of night – a boy who appears to have special powers. When the monastery takes possession of a precious relic, a large carving of Christ on the cross, the new boy encounters Jesus for the first time and is transfixed. However, the boy’s Indigenous spiritual life does not gel with the mission’s Christianity and his mysterious power becomes a threat. Sister Eileen is faced with a choice between the traditions of her faith and the truth embodied in the boy, in this story of spiritual struggle and the cost of survival.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-05-07
Top Cast
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Cate Blanchett
Sister Eileen
Deborah Mailman
Sister Mum
Wayne Blair
George
Aswan Reid
New Boy
Kenneth Radley
Policeman
Shane Mckenzie Brady
Michael
Tyrique Brady
Matthew
Laiken Woolmington
David
Kyle Miller
James
Kailem Miller
Steven
Tyler Rockman Spencer
Johnny
Tyzailin Roderick
Henry
Nathan Lawson
Policeman #1
Peter Jupiter
Tracker
Kit Fortune
Policeman #2
Kenneth Radley
Policeman #3
Kobe-Miller Dare
Child in Photo
Lara Lorna McKenzie-Brady
Child in Photo
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 7 DaysSydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 23, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 30, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$781K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Warwick Thornton
- Screenplay & Story
- Warwick Thornton
- Original Score
- Nick Cave
- Original Title
- The New Boy
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Worldwide Gross
- $781K
- Production Studios
- Dirty Films, Scarlett Pictures, Fremantle Australia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Warwick Thornton
Warwick Thornton
Nick Cave
Warwick Thornton
Nick Meyers
Cate Blanchett, Andrew Upton, Georgina Pym, Kath Shelper, Lorenzo De Maio
Department Leadership Roster
Cate Blanchett
Producer
Warwick Thornton
Director
Andrew Upton
Producer
Georgina Pym
Producer
Kath Shelper
Producer
Warwick Thornton
Writer
Nick Cave
Original Music Composer
Nick Meyers
Editor
Amy Baker
Production Design
Warwick Thornton
Director of Photography
Nathan Lawson
Stunt Coordinator
Heather Wallace
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The New Boy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The New Boy about?
In a remote monastery in 1940s Australia, a mission for Aboriginal children is run by a renegade nun, Sister Eileen. A new charge is delivered in the dead of night – a boy who appears to have special powers. When the monastery takes possession of a precious relic, a large carving of Christ on the cross, the new boy encounters Jesus for the first time and is transfixed. However, the boy’s Indigenous spiritual life does not gel with the mission’s Christianity and his mysterious power becomes a threat. Sister Eileen is faced with a choice between the traditions of her faith and the truth embodied in the boy, in this story of spiritual struggle and the cost of survival.
Who directed The New Boy?
The New Boy was directed by Warwick Thornton.
Who stars in The New Boy?
The principal cast of The New Boy includes Cate Blanchett, Deborah Mailman, Wayne Blair, Aswan Reid, Kenneth Radley.
When was The New Boy released and how long is it?
The New Boy was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
How much did The New Boy make at the box office?
The New Boy grossed $781K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The New Boy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The New Boy was composed by Nick Cave.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The New Boy?
The New Boy holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).