Play
- Drama
- Crime
In central Gothenburg, Sweden, a group of boys, aged 12-14, robbed other children on about 40 occasions between 2006 and 2008. The thieves used an elaborate scheme called the 'little brother number' or 'brother trick', involving advanced role-play and gang rhetoric rather than physical violence.
Play is a 2011 Swedish crime drama based on the true story of a group of young boys in Gothenburg who carried out a series of robberies using sophisticated psychological manipulation tactics rather than violence. The film examines how children aged 12-14 executed an elaborate con scheme called the 'brother trick' across roughly 40 incidents between 2006 and 2008. This critically acclaimed drama explores the real criminal case that shocked Sweden and raises questions about youth, crime, and societal factors.
When does Play come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
United StatesNot available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.
Available in: Cyprus · United Kingdom · GG · Ireland · Italy · Sweden · +2 more
Play is streaming in another region
Available to stream in Italy San Marino Holy See— but not in United States.
Italy
San Marino
Holy See
Connect to one of those regions and stream it from where you are.
Most streaming services restrict VPN use in their terms. Use at your own discretion. Contains an affiliate link.
In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Festival / premiere in United States
Theatrical dates from TMDB. Cinema chain links go to the official websites for showtimes and bookings — check there for the actual showtimes near you.
Rent or buy
Digital purchase & rental in United States
Not available to rent or buy in United States yet. Available to rent or buy in: Cyprus · United Kingdom · GG · Ireland · Sweden
Where to watch Play by country
United Kingdom
Greece
Germany
France
Spain
Canada
Australia
BrazilTop cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects- Anas AbdirahmanAnas
- Sebastian BlyckertSebastian
- Yannick DiakitéYannick
Kevin VazKevin- John OrtizJohn
- Abdiaziz HilowleAbdi
- Sebastian HegmarAlex
- Nana ManuNana
- Jacob OttanderBoy in Mall
- Herman TroengBoy in Mall
- Tobias ÅkessonTrain Attendant
- Peggy JohanssonTrain Attendant
- Humberto Guandinango EspinosaThe Panflute Band
- Luis Alonso TuquerezThe Panflute Band
- José JaimeThe Panflute Band
Trailer
Official International Trailer
Related & spin-offs
Other titles fans of Play tend to follow.
Play — frequently asked
When was Play released?
Play was released on November 11, 2011.
Is Play based on a true story?
Yes, Play is based on real robberies that occurred in central Gothenburg, Sweden between 2006 and 2008, involving a group of boys aged 12-14 who used an elaborate confidence scheme called the 'little brother number' or 'brother trick'.
What genres does Play fall into?
Play is a drama and crime film that examines real criminal events and the psychology behind them.
How many robberies are depicted in the film?
The film is based on approximately 40 robbery incidents that occurred between 2006 and 2008, though not all may be shown in detail.
Comments(0)
No comments yet. Be the first.