The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Netflix and Peacock🛡️ Older teens 13+
📖 Story
What if time moved backward instead of forward? In The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, a man is born old and grows younger as the world ages around him, his path repeatedly crossing with a woman who ages toward their final moment together. Amid extraordinary adventures across the decades, their love becomes the only constant—a desperate race against an impossible clock where they hope to finally align at the exact same moment of their lives.
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Watchprint
Emotional drama
82
Strong recommendation
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneMagical and breezy
ExperienceWhimsy and easy adventure
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a light fantasy ride that favors charm, movement, and whimsical adventure over heavy realism.
Emotion drives the hookRelationships stay centralLess about blunt escalation
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
📌 MPAA
Family supervision is recommended for younger viewers.
Runtime
166 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorDavid Fincher
WritingEric Roth
CastBrad PittCate BlanchettTaraji P. HensonJulia OrmondJason Flemyng
ProductionCeán ChaffinKathleen KennedyFrank Marshall
MusicJohn RoeschDoug ParkerJean-Philippe Bérubé
CinematographyRobert SmathersMark P. CooJonas Steadman
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✨Availability Snapshot23 offers
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video, Netflix, Peacock and Apple TV.
Subscription access may be available through Prime Video and Netflix, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 2.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 4.99 USD on Prime Video.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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✅Limited success2.24x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue moved beyond the budget with a reasonable margin
The release produced a positive commercial result, though not a major box office breakout.
Quick pulse
Limited success
💹 Return multiple: 2.24x📈 ROI: +124%🧾 Limited success
💰Budget
$150M150 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$335.8M335.8 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
✅Commercial gap
+$185.8M+185.8 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
✅Return multiple
2.24x2.24x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $150M • Revenue: $335.8M • Commercial gap: +$185.8M ROI +124%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Finished above budget with a reasonable gap.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Brad Pitt
Benjamin Button
Cate Blanchett
Daisy Fuller
Taraji P. Henson
Queenie
Julia Ormond
Caroline Fuller
Jason Flemyng
Thomas Button
Tilda Swinton
Elizabeth Abbott
Mahershala Ali
Tizzy Weathers
Jared Harris
Captain Mike
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Elias Koteas
Monsieur Gateau
Phyllis Somerville
Grandma Fuller
Faune Chambers Watkins
Dorothy Baker
Donna DuPlantier
Blanche Devereux
Jacob Tolano
Martin Gateau
Earl Maddox
Man at Train Station
Director: David Fincher
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?
The film is available on multiple streaming platforms including Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV, and Peacock. You can choose the platform available in your region.
2What is the duration of the film?
The film runs for 166 minutes, approximately 2 hours and 46 minutes. It's a longer film that requires dedicated viewing time.
3What is the main plot of the film?
The film follows a person born in a New York care facility with a unique condition: his body ages in reverse, growing younger instead of older. The story explores his extraordinary life journey, relationships, and experiences with love.
4Who directed the film and when was it released?
The film was directed by David Fincher and released in 2008. It features a strong cast including Brad Pitt, Kate Blanchett, and Taraji P. Henson.
5Is the film suitable for all ages?
The film is a drama, fantasy, and romance with mature themes and scenes that may not be appropriate for young children. It's advisable to check the content rating before watching with kids.
6What genres does this film belong to?
The film combines three genres: drama focusing on human experiences, fantasy due to the magical element of the premise, and romance which plays a significant role in the narrative.
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