Holes
2003, English. Directed by Andrew Davis.
Some secrets are too big to keep hidden.
After being wrongfully convicted for stealing a pair of shoes, Stanley Yelnats is sent away to Camp Green Lake, a boys detention facility where inmates are forced to dig holes all day in the hot desert sun as a form of character building. As he endures the brutal routine, Stanley begins to uncover a hidden truth behind the camp, one that connects to a dangerous secret—and possibly Stanley’s family itself.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 1,623 TMDB viewer ratings.
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YouTubeCast & crew
- Andrew DavisDirector
- Shia LaBeoufStanley
- Sigourney WeaverWarden
- Jon VoightMr. Sir
- Patricia ArquetteKissin' Kate Barlow
- Tim Blake NelsonDr. Pendanski
- Dulé HillSam
- Henry WinklerStanley's Father
- Nathan DavisGrandfather
- Rick FoxClyde 'Sweetfeet' Livingston
- Scott PlankTrout Walker
- Roma MaffiaCarla Morengo
- Eartha KittMadame Zeroni
Details
- Released
- 18 April 2003
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Louis Sachar
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $71M
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What Holes is based on
Holes is based on Holes, a 1998 novel by Louis Sachar.
Novel · 1998
Holes
By Louis Sachar
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Holes: quick answers
Is Holes worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 1,623 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Holes?
Holes runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does Holes have a post-credits scene?
Yes. Holes has a scene after the credits, so don’t leave early.
Holes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Holes is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Holes on?
Holes isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Holes?
If you liked Holes, try Big Fat Liar, Slumberland, Sketch.
Who directed Holes?
Holes (2003) was directed by Andrew Davis and stars Shia LaBeouf, Sigourney Weaver, Jon Voight.
What is Holes based on?
Holes is based on Holes, a 1998 novel by Louis Sachar.