Comedy ·Family · United States of America · 2024 · 5m

The Boy & the Octopus

The Boy & the Octopus poster
Director
Taika Waititi
Cast
Solomon Horta as The Boy (uncredited) Solaya Sang as Mum (uncredited) Samuel Fernandez as Lifeguard (uncredited) Sedlaczkova Miluse as Old Lady (uncredited)
Crew
Darren Beresford — Writer Hannah Stone — Producer Olly Williams — Production Design
Tagline

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.

Trailer The Boy & the Octopus — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
octopuschristmas theme
Key Collaborators
Taika Waititi Director Darren Beresford Writer Hannah Stone Producer Olly Williams Production Design
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