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The Perks of Being a Wallflower

2012 · 1h 43m · Released

PG-13 Drama

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1991. High school freshman Charlie is a wallflower, always watching life from the sidelines, until two senior students, Sam and her stepbrother Patrick, become his mentors, helping him discover the joys of friendship, music and love.

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Stephen Chbosky Director
Logan Lerman Charlie
Emma Watson Sam
Ezra Miller Patrick
Mae Whitman Mary Elizabeth
Kate Walsh Mother
Dylan McDermott Father
Melanie Lynskey Aunt Helen
Nina Dobrev Candace
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Frequently asked questions about The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Where can I watch The Perks of Being a Wallflower?

The Perks of Being a Wallflower is available to stream on MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, The CW, and Kanopy in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What is The Perks of Being a Wallflower about?

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1991. High school freshman Charlie is a wallflower, always watching life from the sidelines, until two senior students, Sam and her stepbrother Patrick, become his mentors, helping him discover the joys of friendship, music and love.

Who stars in The Perks of Being a Wallflower?

The Perks of Being a Wallflower stars Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, Mae Whitman, and Kate Walsh.

When did The Perks of Being a Wallflower come out?

The Perks of Being a Wallflower was released in 2012.

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