The Penknife (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1992, The Penknife is a comedy, drama, adventure and family film directed by Ben Sombogaart, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Accidentally still in possession of his best friend's pocket knife after they move all the way to a different city, a young boy sets out to return it.
Who’s in it. The Penknife stars Olivier Tuinier as Mees Grobben, Adelheid Roosen as Mees' moeder, Genio De Groot as Mees' vader and Verno Romney as Tim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Penknife 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 Penknife page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Penknife tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Penknife (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Penknife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Penknife worth watching?
- The Penknife holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Penknife?
- The Penknife stars Olivier Tuinier, Adelheid Roosen, Genio De Groot, Verno Romney and Maxim Hartman.
- When was The Penknife released?
- The Penknife was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.