A Childhood (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2015, A Childhood is a drama film directed by Philippe Claudel, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. As summer drags by, 13-year-old Jimmy, forced by circumstance to become an adult too soon, runs up against the limits of his small hometown and his turbulent life, caught between a mother on the slide and a stepfather who keeps her down.
Who’s in it. A Childhood stars Pierre Deladonchamps as Duke, Jules Gauzelin as Kevin, Patrick d'Assumçao as L'instuteur and Alexi Mathieu as Jimmy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, A Childhood has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Childhood page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Childhood tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Childhood (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Childhood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Childhood worth watching?
- A Childhood holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Childhood?
- A Childhood stars Pierre Deladonchamps, Jules Gauzelin, Patrick d'Assumçao, Alexi Mathieu and Angelica Sarre.
- When was A Childhood released?
- A Childhood was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.