Apt Pupil
1998, English. Directed by Bryan Singer.
If you don't believe in the existence of evil, you've got a lot to learn
One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war criminal. A month later, Todd decides to knock on his door.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 772 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Apt Pupil
Apt Pupil isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Bryan SingerDirector
- Ian McKellenKurt Dussander
- Brad RenfroTodd Bowden
- Bruce DavisonRichard Bowden
- Elias KoteasArchie
- Joe MortonDan Richler
- Jan TřískaIsaac Weiskopf
- Michael ByrneBen Kramer
- Heather McCombBecky Trask
- Ann DowdMonica Bowden
- Joshua JacksonJoey
- David SchwimmerEdward French
- Mickey CottrellSociology Teacher
Details
- Released
- 23 October 1998
- Country
- France, United States of America
- Written by
- Brandon Boyce
- Budget
- $14M
- Box office
- $8.9M
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What Apt Pupil is based on
Apt Pupil is based on Apt Pupil, a 1982 novel by Stephen King, published by Doubleday.
Novel · 1982
Apt Pupil
By Stephen King
Published by Doubleday
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Apt Pupil: quick answers
Is Apt Pupil worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 772 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Apt Pupil?
Apt Pupil runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Apt Pupil have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Apt Pupil. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Apt Pupil parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Apt Pupil is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Apt Pupil on?
Apt Pupil 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 Apt Pupil?
If you liked Apt Pupil, try Romper Stomper, Truth & Treason, The Catcher Was a Spy.
Who directed Apt Pupil?
Apt Pupil (1998) was directed by Bryan Singer and stars Ian McKellen, Brad Renfro, Bruce Davison.
What is Apt Pupil based on?
Apt Pupil is based on Apt Pupil, a 1982 novel by Stephen King, published by Doubleday.