

Leonie
2010, English. Directed by Hisako Matsui.
A mother's courage and a clash of cultures inspire the artist that transcends both
The true life story of Leonie Gilmour, whose life crossed continents, wars and cultures, embodied with courage and passion in search of art and freedom. A tender and inspiring story of a remarkable woman who nurtures the amazing artistic talent of her son who has only one way to succeed and one person to guide him, as he grows into the world renown artist, Isamu Noguchi.
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch Leonie
Leonie is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Hisako MatsuiDirector
- Emily MortimerLeonie
- Shidou NakamuraYone Noguchi
- Christina HendricksCatherine
- Mieko HaradaUmeko Tsuda
- Jan MilliganIsamu Noguchi
- Keiko TakeshitaSetsu Koizumi
- Kazuko YoshiyukiKiku
- Kelly VitzAiles Gilmour
- Nichole HiltzEthel Ames
- Jay KarnesDr. Rumely
- Marco St. JohnRoutolo
- Mary Kay PlaceAlbiana
Details
- Released
- 20 November 2010
- Country
- Australia, Belgium, France, Germany, Japan, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Masayo Duus, Hisako Matsui, David Wiener
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Leonie: quick answers
Is Leonie worth watching?
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How long is Leonie?
Leonie runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Does Leonie have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Leonie. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Leonie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Leonie is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Leonie on?
Leonie is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Leonie?
If you liked Leonie, try The Girl in the Book, Gigi & Nate, Eleanor the Great.
Who directed Leonie?
Leonie (2010) was directed by Hisako Matsui and stars Emily Mortimer, Shidou Nakamura, Christina Hendricks.