When Elephants Were Young
2016, English. Directed by Patricia Sims.
They never forget.
A young man and his young elephant street beg in gritty Bangkok amid the controversial elephant business that threatens their survival, until the opportunity comes to release the elephant to the wild.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Details
- Released
- 12 August 2016
- Country
- Thailand, Canada
- Written by
- Michael Zo Clark, Patricia Sims
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How long is When Elephants Were Young?
When Elephants Were Young runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
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When Elephants Were Young parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
When Elephants Were Young is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is When Elephants Were Young on?
When Elephants Were Young isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like When Elephants Were Young?
If you liked When Elephants Were Young, try Elephant, Born to Be Wild, Racing Extinction.
Who directed When Elephants Were Young?
When Elephants Were Young (2016) was directed by Patricia Sims and stars William Shatner.