The Boy & the Octopus

2024 • Directed by

Taika Waititi

Comedy, Family

One small wish, one big journey.

A young boy encounters a curious octopus while snorkeling on a seaside vacation. The persistent mollusk attaches itself to the boy’s head and becomes his constant companion.

Release Date

11/12/2024

Rating

6.9/10

Cast

Solomon Horta

The Boy (uncredited)

Solaya Sang

Mum (uncredited)

Samuel Fernandez

Lifeguard (uncredited)

Sedlaczkova Miluse

Old Lady (uncredited)

Crew

Taika Waititi

Director

Olly Williams

Production Design

Hannah Stone

Producer

Darren Beresford

Writer

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