The Boy in Blue is a 1986 Canadian drama film directed by Charles Jarrott and starring Nicolas Cage.

The film, which was written by Douglas Bowie and co-produced by Steve North, John Kemeny, and Denis Héroux, was distributed by 20th Century Fox.

The filming took place in Quebec and Ontario, Canada, which was eventually released for North American theatres on January 17, 1986.

Ned Hanlan is adopted by a gambler named Bill, who promotes the boy on the sculling circuit for his own monetary gain.

[4] The Globe and Mail also give a harsh review, believing that the film's major purpose are proving a showcase for an American actor's (Nicolas Cage) chest.