What was the release date of The Book Thief?

The Book Thief was released on November 14, 2013.

Who directed The Book Thief?

The Book Thief was directed by Brian Percival.

What is the runtime of The Book Thief?

The Book Thief has a runtime of 2h 11m.

Who was the producer of The Book Thief?

The Book Thief was produced by Karen Rosenfelt, Ken Blancato.

Who are the key characters in The Book Thief?

The key characters in The Book Thief are Hans Hubermann (Geoffrey Rush), Liesel Meminger (Sophie Nélisse), Rosa Hubermann (Emily Watson).

What genre is The Book Thief?

The Book Thief is a Drama, War film.

What is the rating of The Book Thief?

The Book Thief has an audience rating of 7.3 out of 10.

What is the budget of The Book Thief?

The Book Thief had a budget of $19M.

What is the box office revenue of The Book Thief?

The Book Thief has made $76.6M at the box office.

The Book Thief

PG-13

2013 2h 11mDrama, War

7.550%73%7.5

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While subjected to the horrors of World War II Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. In the basement of her home, a Jewish refugee is being protected by her adoptive parents.

Directed by Brian Percival

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Cast of The Book Thief

Geoffrey RushHans Hubermann
Sophie NélisseLiesel Meminger
Emily WatsonRosa Hubermann
Nico LierschRudy Steiner
Ben SchnetzerMax Vandenburg
Heike MakatschLiesel's mother
Barbara AuerIlsa Hermann
Roger AllamNarrator / Death (voice)
Rainer BockMayor Hermann
Gotthard LangeGrave Digger
Rainer ReinersPriest
Kirsten BlockMrs. Heinrich
Julian LehmannLiesel's Brother
Ludger BökelmannFootball Urchin
Paul SchaeferFootball Urchin
Nozomi Linus KaisarFat Faced Goalie
Oliver StokowskiAlex Steiner
Robert BeyerJewish Accountant
Hildegard SchroedterMs. Becker
Levin LiamFranz Deutscher
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The Book Thief Ratings & Reviews

Nicole LusherNovember 19, 2025
I loved this book and movie
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Survivor AlwaysJuly 31, 2026
The Book Thief does take place in Nazi Germany and yet it feels so light hearted and sweet most of the way through. I just love Geoffrey Rush’s character of Papa. He was my favorite. He is such a warm hug in this film. Emily Watson also just wonderful. All the actors were all really wonderful. I smiled and I sobbed and I absolutely recommend this movie.
mickerdooNovember 5, 2025
A little too slow and long. Setting and costumes were good but overall felt Hallmark at times. Sweet rebellious kindness story.
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Watch The Book Thief Videos

The Book Thief
The Book ThiefTrailer
Geoffrey Rush
Geoffrey RushBehind the Scenes
Brian Percival
Brian PercivalBehind the Scenes
Sophie Nelisse
Sophie NelisseBehind the Scenes
Geoffrey Rush On The Novel
Geoffrey Rush On The NovelBehind the Scenes
Sophie Nelisse On Working With Geoffrey Rush
Sophie Nelisse On Working With Geoffrey RushBehind the Scenes
Nico Liersch On Why He Calls Liesel Book Thief
Nico Liersch On Why He Calls Liesel Book ThiefBehind the Scenes
Brian Percival On Why He Wanted To Make The Film
Brian Percival On Why He Wanted To Make The FilmBehind the Scenes
Emily Watson On What Was Special About The Story
Emily Watson On What Was Special About The StoryBehind the Scenes
Ben Schnetzer On Being Excited About Being A Part Of The Film
Ben Schnetzer On Being Excited About Being A Part Of The FilmBehind the Scenes
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Snowball Fight
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I'm Almost Twelve
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It's A Dictionary
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Did Anyone See You?
Did Anyone See You?Scene
Do I Have Your Word?
Do I Have Your Word?Scene
Make The Words Yours
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