The Giver
2014, English. Directed by Phillip Noyce.
Search for truth. Find freedom.
In a seemingly perfect community, without war, pain, suffering, differences or choice, a young boy is chosen to learn from an elderly man about the true pain and pleasure of the "real" world.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 4,736 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Giver
The Giver isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Phillip NoyceDirector
- Jeff BridgesThe Giver
- Meryl StreepChief Elder
- Brenton ThwaitesJonas
- Alexander SkarsgårdFather
- Katie HolmesMother
- Odeya RushFiona
- Cameron MonaghanAsher
- Taylor SwiftRosemary
- Emma TremblayLily
- Alexander JillingsGabriel 12 Months
- James JillingsGabriel 12 Months
- Jordan Nicholas SmalGabriel 3 Months
Details
- Released
- 14 August 2014
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Mitnick, Robert B. Weide
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $67M
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What The Giver is based on
The Giver is based on The Giver, a 1993 novel by Lois Lowry.
Novel · 1993
The Giver
By Lois Lowry
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The Giver: quick answers
Is The Giver worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 4,736 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Giver?
The Giver runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Giver have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Giver. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Giver parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Giver is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Giver on?
The Giver isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Giver?
If you liked The Giver, try The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, Never Let Me Go, Brave New World.
Who directed The Giver?
The Giver (2014) was directed by Phillip Noyce and stars Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep, Brenton Thwaites.
What is The Giver based on?
The Giver is based on The Giver, a 1993 novel by Lois Lowry.