The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008)
A young boy's innocent friendship with a prisoner unfolds with intimate, heartbreaking earnestness during wartime.
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.
How intense is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is mildly scary, with light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a family watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas feels like
- Tone
- bleakmelancholyheartwarmingintimateearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionFamily night
Where to stream The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
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Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas scary?
Only a little. The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas runs 1h 34m.
Where can I stream The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas?
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla and YouTube (free).
Does The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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