Truly Human (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 2001, Truly Human is a drama and romance film directed by Åke Sandgren, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. P. is a little girl's imaginary friend who lives inside the wall of her room. But one day he magically materialises and so must learn to live in the world like everyone else - a world where he is met with suspicion and hate but also with wonder and love.

Who’s in it. Truly Human stars Nikolaj Lie Kaas as P, Peter Mygind as Walther, Susan A. Olsen as Charlotte and Clara Nepper Winther, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Truly Human has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Truly Human page.

If you liked it. Fans of Truly Human tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Truly Human (2001)?
In GB, Truly Human is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Truly Human worth watching?
Truly Human holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Truly Human?
Truly Human stars Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Peter Mygind, Susan A. Olsen, Clara Nepper Winther and Troels II Munk.
When was Truly Human released?
Truly Human was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.