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Casa de los Babys (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 2003, Casa de los Babys is a drama film directed by John Sayles, running about 96 minutes. “Six Women. One Dream.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A group of women, including Skipper, the wealthy young Jennifer and the domineering Nan, journey from the United States to South America in hopes of easily adopting children. Unfortunately, their plans are complicated by local laws that require the women to live in the foreign nation for an extended period before they can take in orphaned kids. While stuck in another country, the women bond as they share their aspirations and anxieties.

Who’s in it. Casa de los Babys stars Lili Taylor as Leslie, Daryl Hannah as Skipper, Mary Steenburgen as Gayle and Marcia Gay Harden as Nan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Casa de los Babys has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Casa de los Babys page.

If you liked it. Fans of Casa de los Babys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Casa de los Babys (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Casa de los Babys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Casa de los Babys worth watching?
Casa de los Babys holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Casa de los Babys?
Casa de los Babys stars Lili Taylor, Daryl Hannah, Mary Steenburgen, Marcia Gay Harden and Susan Lynch.
When was Casa de los Babys released?
Casa de los Babys was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.