The Stepmother (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1996, The Stepmother is a drama film directed by Olivia M. Lamasan, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. The loving and nurturing Mariel marries Edward after his first wife abandons him and their three children. Mariel strives to win the acceptance and affection of her new stepchildren, even as she tries to define her role in the family.
Who’s in it. The Stepmother stars Sharon Cuneta as Mariel, Christopher de Leon as Edward, Zsa Zsa Padilla as Sandra and Nida Blanca as Fides, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Stepmother has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stepmother page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stepmother tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stepmother (1996)?
- In US, The Stepmother is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Stepmother worth watching?
- The Stepmother holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stepmother?
- The Stepmother stars Sharon Cuneta, Christopher de Leon, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Nida Blanca and Tita Muñoz.
- When was The Stepmother released?
- The Stepmother was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.