The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 2008, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by David Fincher, running about 166 minutes. “Life isn't measured in minutes, but in moments.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who flits in and out of his life as she grows up to be a dancer. Though he has all sorts of unusual adventures over the course of his life, it is his relationship with Daisy, and the hope that they will come together at the right time, that drives Benjamin forward.
Who’s in it. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button stars Brad Pitt as Benjamin Button, Cate Blanchett as Daisy Fuller, Julia Ormond as Caroline Fuller and Faune Chambers as Dorothy Baker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $335.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Curious Case of Benjamin Button page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button 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 Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)?
- In US, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is available to stream on YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Curious Case of Benjamin Button worth watching?
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button stars Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Julia Ormond, Faune Chambers and Elias Koteas.
- When was The Curious Case of Benjamin Button released?
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 166 minutes.