Pinocchio: Unstrung (2026)
▸ Must watch
The verdict
Pinocchio: Unstrung stood out as one of the better-rated English films of its release window. It's sitting at 8.3/10 on TMDB across 19 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. At a brisk 82 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. It had its theatrical run in the UK — check back here for its OTT arrival.
Premiered at the Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival.
Truly divisive — for every critic who bought in, one checked out. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Story
Influenced by a sinister Cricket and created by Geppetto, Pinocchio launches a violent crusade to carve himself into a real boy like his brother James, one piece at a time.
Good to know
| Runtime | 82 min — short |
| Watch with family? | 18 · Adults only |
| Genre | Horror / Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Rhys Frake-Waterfield
Cast
Jude Evan Lloyd
Pinocchio (voice)
Robert Englund
Cricket (voice)
Cameron Bell
James
Jessica Balmer
Mia
Richard Brake
Geppetto
Jack Art Gray
Dudley
Where to watch in the UK
Theatrical run ended — OTT arrival pending
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Pinocchio: Unstrung worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.3/10 on audience ratings. Truly divisive — for every critic who bought in, one checked out.
Where can I watch Pinocchio: Unstrung?
Pinocchio: Unstrung has finished its theatrical run in the UK. Its OTT release hasn't been announced yet — check back soon.
When is Pinocchio: Unstrung releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
An OTT release date for Pinocchio: Unstrung hasn't been officially announced yet. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Is Pinocchio: Unstrung family friendly?
Pinocchio: Unstrung is rated 18 — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is Pinocchio: Unstrung in?
Pinocchio: Unstrung is an English film (Horror / Fantasy).