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The Pianist

8.420022h 30m15MovieDramaWar

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

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Cast · Directed by Roman Polanski

ABAdrien Brody
Adrien Brody
Władysław 'Władek' Szpilman
TKThomas Kretschmann
Thomas Kretschmann
Captain Wilm Hosenfeld
FFFrank Finlay
Frank Finlay
Father
MLMaureen Lipman
Maureen Lipman
Mother
EFEmilia Fox
Emilia Fox
Dorota
ESEd Stoppard
Ed Stoppard
Henryk Szpilman
JRJulia Rayner
Julia Rayner
Regina Szpilman
JMJessica Kate Meyer
Jessica Kate Meyer
Halina Szpilman
MŻMichał Żebrowski
Michał Żebrowski
Jurek
WMWanja Mues
Wanja Mues
SS Slapping Father
RRRichard Ridings
Richard Ridings
Mr. Lipa
NSNomi Sharron
Nomi Sharron
Feather Woman

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The Pianist — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Pianist?

The Pianist is streaming on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Pianist on Netflix?

No, The Pianist is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents.

Is The Pianist on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Pianist for free?

The Pianist is available on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents in United Kingdom, 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).