The Boy from Ipanema (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 6

The Boy from Ipanema poster

Released in 2010, The Boy from Ipanema is a fantasy, drama, mystery and romance film directed by Kim Kih-hoon, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. A boy who broke up with his first love becomes frightened of his fading memory of the ex-girlfriend. The boy recalls a certain memory, meeting a girl by accident. While they are watching each other, the boy tells the girl there is a small door which swim in deep sea to other people's dreams. The girl gets to like him more and more. One day, while they get to know each other, the boy disappears. The girl beomes unsettled and begins to search for him.

Who’s in it. The Boy from Ipanema stars Lee Soo-hyuk as Boy, Kim Min-ji as Girl, Chun Woo-hee as Friend and Kim Mi-kyoung as Guest house owner.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Boy from Ipanema has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boy from Ipanema page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Boy from Ipanema tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Boy from Ipanema (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy from Ipanema change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Boy from Ipanema worth watching?
The Boy from Ipanema holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Boy from Ipanema?
The Boy from Ipanema stars Lee Soo-hyuk, Kim Min-ji, Chun Woo-hee and Kim Mi-kyoung.
When was The Boy from Ipanema released?
The Boy from Ipanema was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.