

The Lost Thing
2010, English. Directed by Andrew Ruhemann & Shaun Tan.
A boy finds a strange creature on a beach, and decides to find a home for it in a world where everyone believes there are far more important things to pay attention to.
- Runtime
- 0h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 90 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Lost Thing
The Lost Thing is streaming on IndieFlix and IndieFlix Shorts in India.
Availability in India as of 8 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Details
- Released
- 3 June 2010
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Shaun Tan
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The Lost Thing: quick answers
Is The Lost Thing worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 90 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Lost Thing?
The Lost Thing runs 15 minutes (0h 15m).
Does The Lost Thing have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Lost Thing. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Lost Thing parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Lost Thing yet.
Which OTT platform is The Lost Thing on?
The Lost Thing is streaming on IndieFlix and IndieFlix Shorts in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Lost Thing?
If you liked The Lost Thing, try The Iron Giant, The Congress, Hulk vs. Wolverine.
Who directed The Lost Thing?
The Lost Thing (2010) was directed by Andrew Ruhemann and Shaun Tan and stars Tim Minchin.