The acclaimed novel comes alive.
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.
Boy Swallows Universe (Season 1)
Boy Smells Rat 8.3
Air date: 2024-01-11
Runtime: 56 min
Overview: 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 6.8
Air date: 2024-01-11
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: 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 7.3
Air date: 2024-01-11
Runtime: 49 min
Overview: 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 7.0
Air date: 2024-01-11
Runtime: 57 min
Overview: Caitlyn continues investigating Lyle's disappearance. Accompanied by police, the school's guidance counselor checks on the boys.
Boy Takes Flight 7.3
Air date: 2024-01-11
Runtime: 57 min
Overview: Eli asks for a big favor from Slim's old acquaintance and comes across a major clue about Lyle's disappearance.
Boy Seeks Work 7.5
Air date: 2024-01-11
Runtime: 55 min
Overview: 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 7.3
Air date: 2024-01-11
Runtime: 78 min
Overview: 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.
Seasons
Episodes 7