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The Young Poisoner's Handbook

  • Comedy
  • Crime
  • Drama
Confirmed1995-01-206.66.7Trakt

Graham Young is a teenage misfit living in suburban London in the 1960s. He hates his stepmother but loves chemistry, and the two impulses unite in a wicked plot to slowly poison her. After she dies, he's found guilty and sent to a psychiatric hospital, where an idealistic doctor thinks he can be cured.

The Young Poisoner's Handbook is a 1995 British crime drama based on the true story of Graham Young, a disturbed teenager who uses his chemistry skills to poison his stepmother in 1960s London. The film explores Young's twisted psychology and his time in a psychiatric hospital after his conviction, balancing dark comedy with genuine drama.

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When was The Young Poisoner's Handbook released?

The film was released on January 20, 1995.

Is The Young Poisoner's Handbook based on a true story?

Yes, it's based on the real case of Graham Young, a British criminal who poisoned his stepmother in the 1960s and was later convicted.

What is the film about?

The film follows Graham Young, a chemistry-obsessed teenager living in suburban London who plots to poison his stepmother. After her death, he's convicted and sent to a psychiatric hospital, where a doctor attempts to rehabilitate him.

Where can I watch The Young Poisoner's Handbook?

As a 1995 film, availability varies by region and platform. Check streaming services, rental platforms, or local libraries for current options.

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