The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

Movie. Inspired by a science book, 13-year-old William Kamkwamba builds a wind turbine to save his Malawian village from famine. Based on a true story.

Age Rating

• PG
• M
• U/A 13+
• PG13
• 10-12PG
• 12+
• TV-PG
• T
• 12

Where can you watch The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind?

Available on Netflix in the United Kingdom

Netflix UK Available since: September 27, 2023 Audio: English [Original], Brazilian Portuguese, English - Audio Description, European Spanish, French, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Spain), Turkish Subtitles: Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), English, French, Polish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese Not available in your region? Unblock international Netflix and watch this title now »

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Is The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix UK?

Yes, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is available to stream on Netflix UK. It was added to the streaming service on September 27, 2023.

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Age Rating

'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind' is rated PG, suggesting parental guidance is recommended for viewers under the age of 10. The movie may contain mild themes, language, or brief violence, but nothing that would significantly concern parents.