Nim's Island
“Be the hero of your own story.”
A young girl inhabits an isolated island with her scientist father and communicates with a reclusive author of the novel she's reading.
Where to watch Nim's Island in United States
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Where is Nim's Island streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Fandango At Home, Apple TV Store |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | 7plus | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , SkyShowtime | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Nim's Island
Nim's Island is a 2008 English-language adventure, comedy and family film directed by Jennifer Flackett and Mark Levin. The cast is led by Abigail Breslin, Jodie Foster, Gerard Butler. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 1200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home and Apple TV Store.
Nim's Island was produced by Walden Media and made in United States of America. It was released on April 3, 2008, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $37 million, it went on to gross $100 million worldwide.
- Director
- Jennifer Flackett, Mark Levin
- Writers
- Joseph Kwong, Paula Mazur, Jennifer Flackett
- Release date
- April 3, 2008
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $37 million
- Box office
- $100 million
- Production
- Walden Media
Nim's Island cast & crew
Nim's Island was directed by Jennifer Flackett and Mark Levin and written by Joseph Kwong, Paula Mazur, and Jennifer Flackett.
The cast features Abigail Breslin as Nim Rusoe, Jodie Foster as Alexandra Rover, Gerard Butler as Jack Rusoe / Alex Rover, Michael Carman as Captain, Maddison Joyce as Edmund, and Christopher James Baker as Ensign.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Patrick Doyle, cinematography is by Stuart Dryburgh, and it was produced by Paula Mazur.
Is Nim's Island worth watching?
Nim's Island holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 1,192 ratings, a more divisive adventure films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy adventure, comedy, and family, Nim's Island is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Nim's Island
Nim's Island isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Fandango At Home and Apple TV Store.
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Cast of Nim's Island
Abigail Breslin
Nim Rusoe
Jodie Foster
Alexandra Rover
Gerard Butler
Jack Rusoe / Alex Rover
Michael Carman
Captain
Maddison Joyce
Edmund
Christopher James Baker
Ensign
Rhonda Doyle
Edmund's Mother
Bryan Probets
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Jay Laga'aia
Helicopter Pilot
Mark Brady
Purser
Anthony Simcoe
First Mate
Peter Callan
Edmund's Father
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Nim's Island — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Nim's Island in United States?
Nim's Island is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Fandango At Home and Apple TV Store.
▸What language is Nim's Island in?
Nim's Island is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Nim's Island?
Nim's Island runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Nim's Island rated?
Nim's Island is rated PG. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 1,192 ratings.
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