

White Oleander
2002, English. Directed by Peter Kosminsky.
A teenager journeys through a series of foster homes after her mother goes to prison for committing a crime of passion.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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7.0/10 from 442 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch White Oleander
White Oleander is streaming on Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Peter KosminskyDirector
- Alison LohmanAstrid Magnussen
- Michelle PfeifferIngrid Magnussen
- Renée ZellwegerClaire Richards
- Robin WrightStarr
- Cole HauserRay
- Melissa McCarthyParamedic
- Taryn ManningNiki
- John BillingsleyParamedic
- Solomon Burke Jr.Guard
- Melissa MarsalaJulie
- James LashlyReverend Daniels
- Patrick FugitPaul Trout
Details
- Released
- 11 October 2002
- Country
- Germany, United States of America
- Written by
- Mary Agnes Donoghue
- Budget
- $16M
- Box office
- $22M
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What White Oleander is based on
White Oleander is based on White Oleander (1999) by Janet Fitch, published by Little, Brown and Company.
1999
White Oleander
By Janet Fitch
Published by Little, Brown and Company
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White Oleander: quick answers
Is White Oleander worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 442 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is White Oleander?
White Oleander runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does White Oleander have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for White Oleander. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
White Oleander parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
White Oleander is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is White Oleander on?
White Oleander is streaming on Howdy in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like White Oleander?
If you liked White Oleander, try Short Term 12, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, Losing Isaiah.
Who directed White Oleander?
White Oleander (2002) was directed by Peter Kosminsky and stars Alison Lohman, Michelle Pfeiffer, Renée Zellweger.
What is White Oleander based on?
White Oleander is based on White Oleander (1999) by Janet Fitch, published by Little, Brown and Company.