Family Sins (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4

Released in 1987, Family Sins is a thriller and horror film directed by Jerrold Freedman, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Gordon has a loving wife and two sons, Bryan and Keith, but he favors his spoiled younger son Keith over Bryan, who is defiant and not good at sports. As Gordon begins to yell and hit Bryan, Bryan's behavior slips towards the psychotic side and he takes it out on beings who can't defend themselves until he goes way too far one day during a summer camping trip.
Who’s in it. Family Sins stars James Farentino as Gordon Williams, Jill Eikenberry as Kate Williams, Andrew Bednarski as Keith Williams and Mimi Kuzyk as Sara Burke, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Family Sins has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Family Sins page.
If you liked it. Fans of Family Sins tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Family Sins (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Family Sins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Family Sins worth watching?
- Family Sins holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Family Sins?
- Family Sins stars James Farentino, Jill Eikenberry, Andrew Bednarski, Mimi Kuzyk and Brent Spiner.
- When was Family Sins released?
- Family Sins was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.