The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008)
Movie 1h 34m ★ 7.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, teach me something
Released in 2008, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is a drama, history and war movie. It is directed by Mark Herman. The cast includes David Hayman, Asa Butterfield and Vera Farmiga. The running time is 1h 34m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.8 out of 10.
Synopsis
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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Cast & crew
- Mark HermanDirector
- David Haymanas Pavel
- Asa Butterfieldas Bruno
- Vera Farmigaas Mother
- Cara Horganas Maria
- David Thewlisas Father
- Rupert Friendas Lieutenant Kotler
- Richard Johnsonas Grandpa
- Jim Nortonas Herr Liszt
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Questions about The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
- What genre is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
- The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is categorised as Drama, History, War.
- Who stars in The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
- David Hayman, Asa Butterfield, Vera Farmiga, Cara Horgan, David Thewlis appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
- Mark Herman directed The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas.
- How long is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
- The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas runs for 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
