Misunderstood (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1984, Misunderstood is a drama film directed by Jerry Schatzberg, running about 91 minutes. “For every kid that wants to be hugged.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A workaholic father becomes sole parent to his two young sons, and finds it hard to relate to them, consumed as he is with his own grief.
Who’s in it. Misunderstood stars Gene Hackman as Ned Rawley, Henry Thomas as Andrew, Rip Torn as Will and Huckleberry Fox as Miles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Misunderstood has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Misunderstood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Misunderstood tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Misunderstood (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Misunderstood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Misunderstood worth watching?
- Misunderstood holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Misunderstood?
- Misunderstood stars Gene Hackman, Henry Thomas, Rip Torn, Huckleberry Fox and Maureen Kerwin.
- When was Misunderstood released?
- Misunderstood was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.