Song for a Raggy Boy is a 2003-released historical drama film adapted from Patrick Galvin’s book of the same name. In the film, teacher William Franklin bravely stands up against the oppressive and abusive practices within a Catholic Reformatory and Industrial School in 1939 Ireland.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Song for a Raggy Boy via streaming services such as Peacock.
Is Song for a Raggy Boy available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Song for a Raggy Boy is available to watch via streaming on Peacock.
Set in 1939, the film revolves around teacher William Franklin who arrives at the St. Judes Reformatory. As the new teacher witnesses the sadistic ways of Prefect Brother John, he stands up to protect the vulnerable students under his care. Franklin‘s kindness and compassion soon win over the trust of other students. He soon becomes a symbol of hope amongst the students as they challenge the cruel ways of punishment in the school.
The cast members of Song for a Raggy Boy include Aidan Quinn as William Franklin, Iain Glen as Brother John, Marc Warren as Brother Mac, Dudley Sutton as Brother Tom, Alan Devlin as Father Damian, and more.
Watch Song for a Raggy Boy streaming via Peacock
Song for a Raggy Boy is available to watch on Peacock.
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Song for a Raggy Boy’s official synopsis is as follows:
“William Franklin is a teacher who was born in Ireland and moved to the United States only to repatriate in 1939 after his leftist political views cause him to lose his job. Franklin becomes the first non-cleric instructor at St. Jude’s, a school for wayward boys run by Brother John, who is a firm believer in strong discipline.”
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