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Real Boy

Season 18 Episode 20 | 56m 16s | WETA Passport

Real Boy is the coming-of-age story of Bennett, a trans teenager with dreams of musical stardom. During the first two years of his gender transition, as Bennett works to repair a strained relationship with his family, he is taken under the wing of his friend and musical hero, celebrated trans folk singer Joe Stevens.

Aired: 06/19/17 | Expires: 08/24/22 | Rating: NR

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Extras From This Episode

• Real Boy - Beard and a Haircut - Clip

  Clip: S18 Ep20 | 1m 1s

• Real Boy - Bennett’s Mom Comes to Support Him - Clip

  Clip: S18 Ep20 | 3m 7s

• Real Boy - Trailer

  Preview: S18 Ep20 | 30s

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