The Indian in the Cupboard
1995, English. Directed by Frank Oz.
Adventure comes to life.
A nine-year-old boy gets a plastic Indian and a cupboard for his birthday and finds himself involved in adventure when the Indian comes to life and befriends him.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 724 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Indian in the Cupboard
The Indian in the Cupboard isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 July 1995
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Melissa Mathison
- Budget
- $45M
- Box office
- $36M
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What The Indian in the Cupboard is based on
The Indian in the Cupboard is based on The Indian in the Cupboard, a 1980 novel by Lynne Reid Banks, published by J. M. Dent.
Novel · 1980
The Indian in the Cupboard
By Lynne Reid Banks
Published by J. M. Dent
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The Indian in the Cupboard: quick answers
Is The Indian in the Cupboard worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 724 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Indian in the Cupboard?
The Indian in the Cupboard runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does The Indian in the Cupboard have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Indian in the Cupboard. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Indian in the Cupboard parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Indian in the Cupboard is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Indian in the Cupboard on?
The Indian in the Cupboard isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Indian in the Cupboard?
If you liked The Indian in the Cupboard, try Pinocchio, Wish Upon a Unicorn, Peter Pan.
Who directed The Indian in the Cupboard?
The Indian in the Cupboard (1995) was directed by Frank Oz and stars Hal Scardino, Litefoot, Lindsay Crouse.
What is The Indian in the Cupboard based on?
The Indian in the Cupboard is based on The Indian in the Cupboard, a 1980 novel by Lynne Reid Banks, published by J. M. Dent.