15: The Movie (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 2003, 15: The Movie is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Royston Tan, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. Fast, frenetic, and furious best describe the story of five teenage boys all but abandoned by the system, estranged from any parents, and discarded by life in general. They build a world of there own in which gangs, drugs, fighting, body piercing, self-harm, and even suicide are considered commonplace. The film highlights their harrowing place in time and this small world; where brotherhood is valued above all else. Impressively acted by actual street kids, the movie highlights a gritty side of modern-day Singaporean life.

Who’s in it. 15: The Movie stars Melvin Chen as Melvin, Erick Chun as Erick, Melvin Lee as Armani and Vynn Soh as Vynn, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, 15: The Movie has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 15: The Movie page.

If you liked it. Fans of 15: The Movie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 15: The Movie (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 15: The Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 15: The Movie worth watching?
15: The Movie holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 15: The Movie?
15: The Movie stars Melvin Chen, Erick Chun, Melvin Lee, Vynn Soh and Shaun Tan.
When was 15: The Movie released?
15: The Movie was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.