The Boy & the Octopus
“One small wish, one big journey.”
Synopsis
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.
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BTS Featurette with Taika WaititiOfficial
Type: Behind the Scenes • Published 2024-12-03
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November 12, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Taika Waititi
- Screenplay & Story
- Darren Beresford
- Original Title
- The Boy & the Octopus
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
- Production Studios
- adam&eveDDB, Untold Studios, hungryman
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Taika Waititi
Darren Beresford
Hannah Stone
Department Leadership Roster
Taika Waititi
Director
Olly Williams
Production Design
Hannah Stone
Producer
Darren Beresford
Writer
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is The Boy & the Octopus about?
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.
Who directed The Boy & the Octopus?
The Boy & the Octopus was directed by Taika Waititi.
Who stars in The Boy & the Octopus?
The principal cast of The Boy & the Octopus includes Solomon Horta, Solaya Sang, Samuel Fernandez, Sedlaczkova Miluse.
When was The Boy & the Octopus released and how long is it?
The Boy & the Octopus was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 5m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Boy & the Octopus?
The Boy & the Octopus holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).