The Pianist
Music was his passion. Survival was his masterpiece.
The true story of pianist Władysław Szpilman's experiences in Warsaw during the Nazi occupation. When the Jews of the city find themselves forced into a ghetto, Szpilman finds work playing in a café; and when his family is deported in 1942, he stays behind, works for a while as a laborer, and eventually goes into hiding in the ruins of the war-torn city.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Pianist
- Genres: Drama, War
- Release Date: 2002-09-17
- Runtime: 150 minutes
- Rating: 8.378/10 (9486 votes)
- Budget: $35,000,000
- Revenue: $120,098,945
- Production Companies: Canal+, Bac Films, Heritage Films, Studio Babelsberg, Agencja Produkcji Filmowej, R.P. Productions, StudioCanal, Canal+, TVP, Runteam
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 19.1303
- Languages: English, German, Polish, Russian
Cast & Crew
Adrien Brody
as Władysław 'Władek' Szpilman
Thomas Kretschmann
as Captain Wilm Hosenfeld
Frank Finlay
as Father
Maureen Lipman
as Mother
Emilia Fox
as Dorota
Ed Stoppard
as Henryk Szpilman
Julia Rayner
as Regina Szpilman
Jessica Kate Meyer
as Halina Szpilman
Michał Żebrowski
as Jurek
Wanja Mues
as SS Slapping Father
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
4K Restoration Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pianist?▼
The Pianist is a Drama, War movie directed by . It was released on 2002-09-17.
Who are the main actors in The Pianist?▼
The main cast includes Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, Frank Finlay, Maureen Lipman, Emilia Fox, .
Where can I watch The Pianist online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Pianist is available.
Is The Pianist based on a true story?▼
Music was his passion. Survival was his masterpiece.
What is the IMDb rating of The Pianist?▼
The Pianist has an IMDb rating of 8.378/10 based on 9486 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Pianist?▼
The movie had a production budget of $35,000,000 and earned $120,098,945 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Pianist?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Canal+, Bac Films, Heritage Films, Studio Babelsberg, Agencja Produkcji Filmowej, R.P. Productions, StudioCanal, Canal+, TVP, Runteam. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Pianist filmed?▼
The Pianist was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Pianist?▼
The total runtime of The Pianist is 150 minutes.
Is The Pianist suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Pianist?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Pianist.
Does The Pianist have a post-credit scene?▼
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