The Map Reader (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2008, The Map Reader is a drama film directed by Harold Brodie, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Small-town New Zealand comedy-drama about Michael (Jordan Selwyn) - a 16-year-old whose passion for maps helps him escape his ordinary life and enjoy a state of isolation from those around him. But there are three women he can’t shut out – his single mother Amelia, a blind 20-year-old called Mary and Alison , a friend whose ‘grace betrays darker secrets’ apparently.
Who’s in it. The Map Reader stars Rebecca Gibney as Amelia, Jordan Selwyn as Michael, Mikaila Hutchinson as Alison and Bonnie Soper as Mary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Map Reader has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Map Reader page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Map Reader tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Map Reader (2008)?
- In GB, The Map Reader is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Map Reader worth watching?
- The Map Reader holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Map Reader?
- The Map Reader stars Rebecca Gibney, Jordan Selwyn, Mikaila Hutchinson, Bonnie Soper and Rachel Nash.
- When was The Map Reader released?
- The Map Reader was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.