Little Buddha
After the death of Lama Dorje, Tibetan Buddhist monks find three children — one American and two Nepalese — who may be the rebirth of their great teacher.
Where to stream Little Buddha
Streaming now in the United States on Kino Film Collection, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Little Buddha
Where can I watch Little Buddha in the United States?
Little Buddha is available to stream on Kino Film Collection, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Little Buddha for free?
Little Buddha streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Little Buddha?
Little Buddha scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Little Buddha?
Little Buddha stars Keanu Reeves, Bridget Fonda, Chris Isaak, Ruocheng Ying, and Alex Wiesendanger. Bernardo Bertolucci is the director.
How long is Little Buddha?
Little Buddha runs 2h 3m (123 minutes).
When did Little Buddha come out?
Little Buddha was released on December 1, 1993.
Which studio made Little Buddha?
Little Buddha was produced by Recorded Picture Company, CiBy 2000, and Serprocor Anstalt in France, Italy, and Liechtenstein.
What was the budget for Little Buddha?
Little Buddha was made on a budget of $35,000,000.
How much did Little Buddha make at the box office?
Little Buddha grossed $4,900,000 worldwide, against a budget of $35,000,000.
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