The Pianist
Director: Roman Polanski
"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.
Where to Watch
Amazon Prime Video
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Cast
Adrien Brody
Władysław 'Władek' Szpilman
Thomas Kretschmann
Captain Wilm Hosenfeld
Frank Finlay
Father
Maureen Lipman
Mother
Emilia Fox
Dorota
Ed Stoppard
Henryk Szpilman
Julia Rayner
Regina Szpilman
Jessica Kate Meyer
Halina Szpilman
Michał Żebrowski
Jurek
Wanja Mues
SS Slapping Father
Richard Ridings
Mr. Lipa
Nomi Sharron
Feather Woman
In brief
The Pianist (2002) is a drama, war film. With an average rating of 8.4/10 from 10,431 votes, it's one of the higher-rated titles. The film runs 2h 30min. You can stream it on: Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Pianist online?
The Pianist is available on the following streaming services: Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is The Pianist?
The Pianist runs 150 minutes (2h 30min).
What rating does The Pianist have?
The Pianist has an average rating of 8.4/10 based on 10,431 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Pianist from?
The Pianist was released in 2002.
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