The WORST episodes of Boy Swallows Universe

Every episode of Boy Swallows Universe ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Boy Swallows Universe!

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.

Last Updated: 11/11/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
Boy Smells Rat
star
7.34
223 votes

#1 - Boy Smells Rat

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/11/2024

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.

Directors: Bharat Nalluri
Writer: John Collee
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Boy Seeks Work
star
7.66
158 votes

#2 - Boy Seeks Work

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/11/2024

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.

Directors: Kim Mordaunt
Writer: John Collee
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Run Boy Run
star
7.67
169 votes

#3 - Run Boy Run

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/11/2024

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.

Writer: John Collee
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Boy Takes Flight
star
7.74
161 votes

#4 - Boy Takes Flight

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/11/2024

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

Writer: John Collee
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Boy Gets Chop
star
7.76
189 votes

#5 - Boy Gets Chop

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/2024

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.

Directors: Bharat Nalluri
Writer: John Collee
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Boy Loses Dad
star
7.79
166 votes

#6 - Boy Loses Dad

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/11/2024

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

Writer: John Collee
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Boy Meets End
star
7.93
167 votes

#7 - Boy Meets End

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/11/2024

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.

Directors: Kim Mordaunt
Writer: John Collee
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