The Loneliest Boy in the World
“They're dying to be his friend.”
Synopsis
After losing his mother, a lonely boy decides to (literally) dig up some new friends, but when they mysteriously come back to life, he’s launched into a series of misadventures as he tries to keep their secret safe from neighbors, classmates and social workers alike.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-19
Top Cast
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Max Harwood
Oliver
Hero Fiennes Tiffin
Mitch
Susan Wokoma
Susanne
Evan Ross
Julius
Tallulah Haddon
Chloe
Hammed Animashaun
Elliott
Ashley Benson
Margot
Ben Miller
Frank
Alex Murphy
Doug
Jacob Sartorius
Kurt
Zenobia Williams
Mel
Mitchell Zhangazha
Mark
Sam Coleman
Don
Nicola Roberts
Chloe's Mum
Benjamin Nealon
Chloe's Father
Carol Anne Watts
Oliver's Mother
Mia Savelle
Punk
Martin Owen
TV Repair Guy
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 4 DaysApollo Cinema Cocca-Colla Plaza, Premire
Festival / Special Debut
October 14, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 18, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Owen
- Screenplay & Story
- Piers Ashworth, Brad Wyman, Emilio Estevez
- Original Title
- The Loneliest Boy in the World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Future Artists Entertainment, Great Point Media, Lip Sync Productions, Voltage Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Owen
Piers Ashworth, Brad Wyman, Emilio Estevez
Håvard Helle
Jeremy Gibbs
Piers Ashworth, Simon Baxter, Emilio Estevez, Karl Hall, Robert Halmi
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Owen
Director
Piers Ashworth
Writer
Piers Ashworth
Producer
Ryan Hamilton
Producer
Pat Wintersgill
Producer
Håvard Helle
Director of Photography
Jeremy Gibbs
Editor
Jenny Ray
Production Design
Sinead Skinner
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Loneliest Boy in the World
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What is The Loneliest Boy in the World about?
After losing his mother, a lonely boy decides to (literally) dig up some new friends, but when they mysteriously come back to life, he’s launched into a series of misadventures as he tries to keep their secret safe from neighbors, classmates and social workers alike.
Who directed The Loneliest Boy in the World?
The Loneliest Boy in the World was directed by Martin Owen.
Who stars in The Loneliest Boy in the World?
The principal cast of The Loneliest Boy in the World includes Max Harwood, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Susan Wokoma, Evan Ross, Tallulah Haddon.
When was The Loneliest Boy in the World released and how long is it?
The Loneliest Boy in the World was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Loneliest Boy in the World?
The Loneliest Boy in the World holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).