What is The Book Thief?
The Book Thief is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 131 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 8, 2013
- Studios
- Studio Babelsberg, Fox 2000 Pictures, Sunswept Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
The Book Thief is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Studio Babelsberg, Fox 2000 Pictures, Sunswept Entertainment. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A young girl finds hope by stealing books amid Nazi Germany.”
- Powerful wartime setting
- Emotional story of resilience
- Focus on the transformative power of books
- Intense war themes may be heavy
- Over two‑hour runtime
Watch it if you appreciate moving stories of courage set against World War II.
The film contains wartime violence and mature themes, making it suitable for teen and adult audiences.
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What is the central premise of the film?
It follows a young girl in Nazi‑era Germany who finds comfort by stealing books and sharing them.
When was the movie released in the United States?
It was released on November 8, 2013.
What is the film’s MPAA rating?
The movie is rated PG‑13.
How long does the film run?
The runtime is approximately two hours and eleven minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.