Madonna and Child (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1980, Madonna and Child is a drama film directed by Terence Davies, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. The second part of Terence Davies' trilogy revolving around Liverpudlian Robert Tucker, focusing on the character's efforts in middle-age to come to terms with his homosexuality.
Who’s in it. Madonna and Child stars Terry O'Sullivan as Tucker, Sheila Raynor as Robert's mother, Paul Barber and John Meynell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Madonna and Child has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Madonna and Child page.
If you liked it. Fans of Madonna and Child tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Madonna and Child (1980)?
- In US, Madonna and Child is available to stream on Criterion Channel and BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Madonna and Child worth watching?
- Madonna and Child holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Madonna and Child?
- Madonna and Child stars Terry O'Sullivan, Sheila Raynor, Paul Barber, John Meynell and Brian Ward.
- When was Madonna and Child released?
- Madonna and Child was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.