Gutta-Percha Boy (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film
Released in 1957, Gutta-Percha Boy is a drama film directed by Vladimir Gerasimov, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. The end of the XIX century. Petya, an eight-year orphan who has been cast in training German acrobat Karl Becker, who curses and beatings would incorporate the new assistant to the circus profession and ruthlessly exploited child in their speeches. The only consolation, brightens the harsh life gutta-percha boy, as referred to Petya on the posters, is the concern of the carpet clown Edwards, who regretted the fatherless and secretly taught him this circus arts...
Who’s in it. Gutta-Percha Boy stars Aleksei Gribov as Edwards, Mikhail Nazvanov as Karl Becker, Aleksandr Popov as Petya Subbotin and Inna Fyodorova as Varvara Akimovna, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gutta-Percha Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gutta-Percha Boy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gutta-Percha Boy (1957)?
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- Who stars in Gutta-Percha Boy?
- Gutta-Percha Boy stars Aleksei Gribov, Mikhail Nazvanov, Aleksandr Popov, Inna Fyodorova and Olga Vikland.
- When was Gutta-Percha Boy released?
- Gutta-Percha Boy was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.