
Boyhood (2014)
0.1627Canon Score · ranked #151 all time
Aggregated from 5 of 31 authoritative lists, weighted by authority and adjusted for each list's scope and age. How scoring works →
About the film
The film tells a story of a divorced couple trying to raise their young son. The story follows the boy for twelve years, from first grade at age 6 through 12th grade at age 17-18, and examines his relationship with his parents as he grows.
Why it ranks #151
Every list on which Boyhood appears, with its position as published.
| List | Authority | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Guardian 100 Best of 21st C (2019) | Critics' canon | #3 / 98 |
| BBC 100 Greatest of 21st Century (2016) | Major international poll | #5 / 102 |
| Rolling Stone 21st Century 100 (2025) | Critics' canon | #10 / 102 |
| NYT 100 Best of 21st Century (2025) | Major international poll | #23 / 100 |
| 1001 Movies (2003-2024 union) | Critics' canon | Selected |