What is iBoy?
iBoy is a 2017 science fiction superhero film distributed by Netflix and directed by Adam Randall. Based on the 2010 novel by Kevin Brooks, the story follows a teenager named Tom who wakes from a coma to find that fragments of his smartphone have become embedded in his head, granting him a strange set of superpowers that make returning to normal life impossible.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Release date
- Jan 27, 2017
- Genres
- Action, Science Fiction
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10
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iBoy is a 2017 science fiction superhero film distributed by Netflix and directed by Adam Randall. Based on the 2010 novel by Kevin Brooks, the story follows a teenager named Tom who wakes from a coma to find that fragments of his smartphone have become embedded in his head, granting him a strange set of superpowers that make returning to normal life impossible.
The film is characterized as an unconventional and mysterious sci-fi thriller set in London. It blends elements of action and science fiction, focusing on the protagonist's struggle with his new abilities, which are described as both a gift and a curse.
Should you watch it?
“A teenager wakes from a coma with smartphone fragments in his head and strange superpowers.”
- Based on the 2010 novel by Kevin Brooks
- Features performances by Bill Milner and Maisie Williams
- Explores a unique premise involving embedded technology and superpowers
- The film has a 56% rating on some review platforms
Watch it if you enjoy unconventional science fiction thrillers about hackers and superpowers.
This is a mysterious science fiction thriller with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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Where can I stream iBoy?
The film was distributed by Netflix.
Is iBoy worth watching?
The film holds a 56% rating on certain reference sites.
How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Is this movie based on a book?
Yes, it is based on the 2010 novel of the same name by Kevin Brooks.
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