The Book Makers (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 2

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Released in 2020, The Book Makers is a documentary film directed by James Kennard, running about 58 minutes.

What it’s about. Meet an eclectic group of people who have dedicated their lives to answering the question: what should books become in the digital age? From the esoteric world of book artists to the digital library of the Internet Archive, the film spins a tale of the enduring vitality of the book.

Who’s in it. The Book Makers stars Peter Koch as Self, Mark Sarigianis as Self, Russell Maret as Self and Abby Smith Rumsey as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Book Makers has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Book Makers page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Book Makers tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Book Makers (2020)?
In US, The Book Makers is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Book Makers worth watching?
The Book Makers holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Book Makers?
The Book Makers stars Peter Koch, Mark Sarigianis, Russell Maret, Abby Smith Rumsey and Christian Robinson.
When was The Book Makers released?
The Book Makers was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.