The Child of Man (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1992, The Child of Man is a comedy and drama film directed by Janis Streics, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. A six-year-old boy plots to stop his "sweetheart", a grown-up woman in his pre-World War II Latvian village, from marrying.

Who’s in it. The Child of Man stars Andris Rudzinskis as Bonifācijs, Akvelina Livmane as māte, Janis Paukstello as tēvs and Boļeslavs Ružs as vectēvs, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Child of Man 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 The Child of Man page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Child of Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Child of Man (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Child of Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Child of Man worth watching?
The Child of Man holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Child of Man?
The Child of Man stars Andris Rudzinskis, Akvelina Livmane, Janis Paukstello, Boļeslavs Ružs and Uva Segliņa.
When was The Child of Man released?
The Child of Man was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.