Boy Swallows Universe

Season: 1

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.

Drama, Crime, Mystery

1Thu, Jan 11, 2024

Boy Smells Rat

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.

2Thu, Jan 11, 2024

Boy Gets Chop

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.

3Thu, Jan 11, 2024

Run Boy Run

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.

4Thu, Jan 11, 2024

Boy Loses Dad

Caitlyn continues investigating Lyle's disappearance. Accompanied by police, the school's guidance counselor checks on the boys.

5Thu, Jan 11, 2024

Boy Takes Flight

Eli asks for a big favor from Slim's old acquaintance and comes across a major clue about Lyle's disappearance.

6Thu, Jan 11, 2024

Boy Seeks Work

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.

7Thu, Jan 11, 2024

Boy Meets End

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.