Desperate Lives (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1982, Desperate Lives is a drama and tv movie film directed by Robert Michael Lewis, running about 96 minutes. “Who's killing young kids with drugs and crime?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A brother and sister get caught up in the drug scene in their local high school, with tragic results.
Who’s in it. Desperate Lives stars Diana Scarwid as Eileen Phillips, Doug McKeon as Scott Cameron, Helen Hunt as Sandy Cameron and William Windom as Dr. Jarvis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Desperate Lives 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 Desperate Lives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desperate Lives tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Desperate Lives (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desperate Lives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Desperate Lives worth watching?
- Desperate Lives holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Desperate Lives?
- Desperate Lives stars Diana Scarwid, Doug McKeon, Helen Hunt, William Windom and Art Hindle.
- When was Desperate Lives released?
- Desperate Lives was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.