The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
"Lines may divide us, but hope will unite us."
Originally released in 2008. The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is a drama/war film. directed by Mark Herman.
Starring Asa Butterfield, Vera Farmiga, and David Thewlis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 7, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (7,524 votes)
Budget
$12.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$20.4M
1.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $12,500,000
- Revenue
- $20,416,563
Production Companies
- BBC Film
- Miramax
- Heyday Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas about?
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 str...
Who directed The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas was directed by Mark Herman.
How long is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas released?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas was released on May 7, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
The main cast of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas includes Asa Butterfield, Vera Farmiga, David Thewlis, Jack Scanlon, Amber Beattie.
Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas worth watching?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 7,524 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.