The Book Thief
While subjected to the horrors of WWII Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. Under the stairs in her home, a Jewish refugee is being sheltered by her adoptive parents.
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The Book Thief | Official Trailer (International Version) [HD] | 20th Century FOX
The Book Thief | Official Trailer [HD] | 20th Century FOX
The Book Thief | "Why would I want to kiss you?" | Extended Clip HD
The Book Thief | The Hidden True Story | Featurette HD
The Book Thief | Director Brian Percival | Featurette HD
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Frequently asked questions about The Book Thief
Where can I watch The Book Thief in the United States?
The Book Thief is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Book Thief?
The Book Thief scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Book Thief?
The Book Thief stars Geoffrey Rush, Sophie Nélisse, Emily Watson, Nico Liersch, and Ben Schnetzer. Brian Percival is the director.
How long is The Book Thief?
The Book Thief runs 2h 11m (131 minutes).
When did The Book Thief come out?
The Book Thief was released on November 8, 2013.
Which studio made The Book Thief?
The Book Thief was produced by Studio Babelsberg, Fox 2000 Pictures, and Sunswept Entertainment in Germany and the United States.
What was the budget for The Book Thief?
The Book Thief was made on a budget of $19,000,000.
How much did The Book Thief make at the box office?
The Book Thief grossed $76,586,316 worldwide, against a budget of $19,000,000.
What languages is The Book Thief in?
The Book Thief is in English and German, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.