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The Pianist

8.420022h 30mR18+MovieDramaWar

The true story of pianist Władysław Szpilman's experiences in Warsaw during the Nazi occupation. When the Jews of the city find themselves forced into a ghetto, Szpilman finds work playing in a café; and when his family is deported in…

DirectorRoman Polanski

WriterRonald Harwood

ProducersAlain Sarde·Robert Benmussa

Where to watch

U-NEXT

Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel

Availability shown for Japan · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Roman Polanski

Adrien Brody

Władysław 'Władek' Szpilman

Thomas Kretschmann

Captain Wilm Hosenfeld

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The Pianist — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Pianist?

The Pianist is streaming on U-NEXT and Cinefil Wow Plus in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Pianist on Netflix?

No, The Pianist is not on Netflix in Japan as of August 2026. It's currently on U-NEXT and Cinefil Wow Plus.

Is The Pianist on Amazon Prime Video?

The Pianist isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Japan, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Pianist for free?

The Pianist is available on U-NEXT and Cinefil Wow Plus in Japan, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Pianist based on a true story?

Yes — The Pianist is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).