The Reading Boy (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2012, The Reading Boy is a drama and family film directed by Yaxuan Yuan, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A boy living in the countryside with only his dog and his grandfather as companions struggles through life with the overwhelming longing for his parents that have moved far away.
Who’s in it. The Reading Boy stars Jiang Hualin as Jiaqi Li.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Reading Boy sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Reading Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Reading Boy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Reading Boy (2012)?
- In US, The Reading Boy is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Reading Boy worth watching?
- The Reading Boy holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Reading Boy?
- The Reading Boy stars Jiang Hualin.
- When was The Reading Boy released?
- The Reading Boy was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.