MyCinema has not rated Paperhouse for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, fantasy, and horror film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch Paperhouse in the US?

Paperhouse streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, is free on Tubi TV, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Paperhouse?

Paperhouse runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

Is Paperhouse suitable for kids?

Paperhouse is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB19881h 32mDrama / Fantasy / Horror

Paperhouse

Name: Paperhouse
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Horror
Released: 1988-09-10
Duration: 92 min

A drawing that became a dream. A dream that became reality.

A young girl lost in the loneliness and boredom of reality finds solace in an ill boy, whom she can visit in a surreal dream world that she drew in her school composition book.

TMDB audience score

Based on 160 votes

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Availability in the US

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Paperhouse at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 32m

At 1h 32m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Fantasy · Horror

TMDB files it under drama, fantasy, and horror.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 1 free · 4 to rent · 4 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Free or ad-supported on Tubi TV. Listed to rent from 4 stores. Listed to buy from 4 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 160 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Paperhouse tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 32m.
It is included with Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 160 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Paperhouse

Is Paperhouse scary?: MyCinema has not rated Paperhouse for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, fantasy, and horror film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch Paperhouse in the US?: Paperhouse streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, is free on Tubi TV, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Paperhouse?: Paperhouse runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
Is Paperhouse suitable for kids?: Paperhouse is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.