The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
“Lines may divide us, but hope will unite us.”
When his family moves from their home in Berlin to a strange new house in Poland, young Bruno befriends Shmuel, a boy who lives on the other side of the fence where everyone seems to be wearing striped pajamas. Unaware of Shmuel's fate as a Jewish prisoner or the role his own Nazi father plays in his imprisonment, Bruno embarks on a dangerous journey inside the camp's walls.
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Where is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Super Channel Plus, Super Channel Amazon Channel, fuboTV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, BATTLEZONE Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Tivify | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Claro tv+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is a 2008 English-language drama, war and history film directed by Mark Herman. The cast is led by Asa Butterfield, Vera Farmiga, David Thewlis. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. Viewers rate it 7.8/10 across 7700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla.
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas was produced by BBC Film, Miramax, and Heyday Films and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on May 7, 2008, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $13 million, it went on to gross $20 million worldwide.
- Director
- Mark Herman
- Writers
- Mark Herman
- Release date
- May 7, 2008
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Budget
- $13 million
- Box office
- $20 million
- Production
- BBC Film, Miramax, Heyday Films
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas cast & crew
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas was directed by Mark Herman and written by Mark Herman.
The cast features Asa Butterfield as Bruno, Vera Farmiga as Mother, David Thewlis as Father, Jack Scanlon as Shmuel, Amber Beattie as Gretel, and Rupert Friend as Lieutenant Kotler.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by James Horner, cinematography is by Benoît Delhomme, and it was produced by Mark Herman and David Heyman.
Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas worth watching?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas holds an audience score of 7.8/10 from 7,689 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 34m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, war, and history, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
Asa Butterfield
Bruno
Vera Farmiga
Mother
David Thewlis
Father
Jack Scanlon
Shmuel
Amber Beattie
Gretel
Rupert Friend
Lieutenant Kotler
David Hayman
Pavel
Sheila Hancock
Grandma
Richard Johnson
Grandpa
Cara Horgan
Maria
Jim Norton
Herr Liszt
Zac Mattoon O'Brien
Leon
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas in United States?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla in United States.
▸Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas on Kanopy?
Yes — The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas in?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, German. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas runs 1 hours 34 minutes (94 minutes).
▸What is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas rated?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is rated PG-13. It holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 7,689 ratings.
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