The Scissors and a Boy (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1965, The Scissors and a Boy is an animation film directed by Hristo Topuzanov, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Scissors dances like a ballet dancer on sheets of paper. She carves the sun, the flower, the fish. The boy needs new toys. Scissors offers colored cubes and patterned balls. And then she cuts out the girl. A naughty boy wants all the toys for himself. The girl is offended and hides. The boy understands that being alone is boring. Then the scissors cut out many more boys and girls. The fun games begin.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Scissors and a Boy has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Scissors and a Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Scissors and a Boy tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Scissors and a Boy (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Scissors and a Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Scissors and a Boy worth watching?
- The Scissors and a Boy holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Scissors and a Boy released?
- The Scissors and a Boy was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.