The Pianist (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1991, The Pianist is a drama and music film directed by Claude Gagnon, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. Jean and her sister, played by Macha Grenon, have a life long infatuation with the Japanese Pianist who once lived across the street from them during their high school years. The film is set during the family's reunion on Vancouver Island and flashes back and forth over the last 10 years. By coincidence, Yoshi who is now a world famous Pianist is giving a concert in Vancouver and Amy is anxious to see him again but her sister curiously is not at all interested. The girls explore old passions, stalking, sibling rivalry and wrong life choice based on the fantasies of their youth.
Who’s in it. The Pianist stars Macha Grenon, Carl Alacchi, Ralph Allison and Dorothée Berryman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Pianist has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pianist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pianist tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pianist (1991)?
- In US, The Pianist is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Pianist worth watching?
- The Pianist holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Pianist?
- The Pianist stars Macha Grenon, Carl Alacchi, Ralph Allison, Dorothée Berryman and Maury Chaykin.
- When was The Pianist released?
- The Pianist was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.