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The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008)

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.

Released May 7, 2008 94 min 14+

Genres: Drama, History, War

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Production Companies: Miramax, Heyday Films, BBC Films

Country: United Kingdom
Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States
Languages: German, English

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Runtime: 94 min.
Released: May 7, 2008
Digital Release: Sept. 1, 2021
Status: Released
Budget: $12,500,000
Revenue: $20,416,563
Certification: PG-13
Parental Guide: 14+ cc

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