Paperhouse
“A drawing that became a dream. A dream that became reality.”
A young girl lost in the loneliness and boredom of reality finds solace in an ill boy, whom she can visit in a surreal dream world that she drew in her school composition book.
Where to watch Paperhouse in United States
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Where is Paperhouse streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Plex | — |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | — |
About Paperhouse
Paperhouse is a 1988 English-language drama and fantasy film directed by Bernard Rose. The cast is led by Charlotte Burke, Elliott Spiers, Glenne Headly. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV.
Paperhouse was produced by Working Title Films and made in United Kingdom. It was released on September 10, 1988, and carries a PG-13 certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Bernard Rose
- Writers
- Matthew Jacobs
- Release date
- September 10, 1988
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Working Title Films
Paperhouse cast & crew
Paperhouse was directed by Bernard Rose and written by Matthew Jacobs.
The cast features Charlotte Burke as Anna Madden, Elliott Spiers as Marc, Glenne Headly as Kate Madden, Gemma Jones as Dr. Sarah Nicols, Ben Cross as Dad, and Jane Bertish as Miss Vanstone.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Hans Zimmer, cinematography is by Mike Southon, and it was produced by Tim Bevan and Sarah Radclyffe.
Is Paperhouse worth watching?
Paperhouse holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 158 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and fantasy, Paperhouse is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Paperhouse
In United States, you can stream Paperhouse on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Paperhouse
Charlotte Burke
Anna Madden
Elliott Spiers
Marc
Glenne Headly
Kate Madden
Gemma Jones
Dr. Sarah Nicols
Ben Cross
Dad
Jane Bertish
Miss Vanstone
Sarah Newbold
Karen
Steven O'Donnell
Dustman
Samantha Cahill
Sharon
Gary Bleasdale
Policeman
Karen Gledhill
Nurse
Barbara Keogh
Hotel Receptionist
Paperhouse — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Paperhouse in United States?
Paperhouse is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is Paperhouse on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Paperhouse is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Paperhouse in?
Paperhouse is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Paperhouse?
Paperhouse runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).
▸What is Paperhouse rated?
Paperhouse is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 158 ratings.
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