Pearls and Pigs (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2003, Pearls and Pigs is a comedy film directed by Perttu Leppä, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. When their bootlegging father ends up in jail, four twenty-something brothers need money to pay his debts to local crooks. Next, their 9-year-old half-sister is dumped on their doorstep by her prostitute mother. A karaoke set helps reveal that the little girl is quite a singer, just as a talent contest for children is coming up on national television offering more than enough money to the winner.
Who’s in it. Pearls and Pigs stars Mikko Leppilampi as Läde, Amanda Pilke as Saara, Laura Birn as Laura and Unto Helo as Timo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Pearls and Pigs 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 Pearls and Pigs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pearls and Pigs tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pearls and Pigs (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pearls and Pigs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pearls and Pigs worth watching?
- Pearls and Pigs holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pearls and Pigs?
- Pearls and Pigs stars Mikko Leppilampi, Amanda Pilke, Laura Birn, Unto Helo and Timo Lavikainen.
- When was Pearls and Pigs released?
- Pearls and Pigs was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.