Series synopsis
Boy Swallows Universe is an Australian drama crime mystery television series that premiered on Netflix on January 11, 2024. It ended on January 11, 2024. It was created by John Collee. It stars Phoebe Tonkin and Lee Tiger Halley.
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.
Premise
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.
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Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Phoebe Tonkin as Frances Bell
- Lee Tiger Halley as Gus Bell
Guest cast
- Felix Cameron as Eli Bell
- Eloise Rothfield as Shelly Huffman
- Adam Briggs as Alex Bermuda
- Zachary Wan as Darren Dang
- Auden Ryan
- Jake Cockburn
- Haiha Le as Bich Dang
- Aimee Duroux
- Deborah Mailman as Poppy Birkbeck
- Ben O'Toole as Teddy Callis
- Jordy Campbell as Bobby Linyette
- Iain Gardiner as Gene Crimmins
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 7 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 7 | January 11, 2024 | January 11, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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. |
January 11, 2024 |
| 2 |
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. |
January 11, 2024 |
| 3 |
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. |
January 11, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 11, 2024 |
| Last aired | January 11, 2024 |
| Status | ended |