Apt Pupil movie poster

Apt Pupil

"If you don't believe in the existence of evil, you've got a lot to learn"

October 23, 1998 1h 47m 6.5/10 (696 votes)

Originally released in 1998. Apt Pupil is a drama/thriller film. directed by Bryan Singer.

Starring Brad Renfro, Ian McKellen, and Bruce Davison

Synopsis

One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war criminal. A month later, Todd decides to knock on his door.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 23, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (696 votes)
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Budget $14M Production budget
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Box Office $8.9M 0.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$14,000,000
Revenue
$8,863,193

Production Companies

  • Bad Hat Harry Productions
  • Canal+ Droits Audiovisuels
  • Phoenix Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apt Pupil about?

One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war crimin...

Who directed Apt Pupil?

Apt Pupil was directed by Bryan Singer.

How long is Apt Pupil?

Apt Pupil has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was Apt Pupil released?

Apt Pupil was released on October 23, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Apt Pupil?

The main cast of Apt Pupil includes Brad Renfro, Ian McKellen, Bruce Davison, Elias Koteas, Joe Morton.

Is Apt Pupil worth watching?

Apt Pupil has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 696 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.