Ian (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 8.2

Released in 2018, Ian is a family film directed by Abel Goldfarb, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. Ian was born with cerebral palsy. All he wants is to make friends, although it seems impossible to achieve when discrimination and bullying keep him away from his beloved playground. However, this young boy is determined and won't give up easily. The emotional animated short film shares a story about a boy with a disability called IAN. Ian's mother created IAN foundation to fight against the lack of information and knowledge that often lead people with disabilities to be bullied and isolated. The short Ian rises from the need and goal of this foundation to reach every home with an inclusion message. Sheila, Ian's Foundation founder and works to make society understand that when talking about inclusion there is no time to waste. This award-winning film was written and produced by Gastón Gorali and Oscar winner Juan José Campanella's Buenos Aires-based animation studio took home the top prize at LA Shorts International Film Festival and several major international awards.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Ian sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ian page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ian tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ian (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ian worth watching?
- Ian holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Ian released?
- Ian was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.