The Distant Home (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1992, The Distant Home is a fantasy, family, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Robert Marchand, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Government authorities incarcerate a girl whose extraterrestrial origin is discovered after an accident with a car.
Who’s in it. The Distant Home stars Melissa Jaffer as Mrs. Webster, Marnie Reece-Wilmore as Sally Harrison, Dene Kermond as Bobby Harrison and Di Smith as Maria Harrison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Distant Home 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 Distant Home page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Distant Home tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Distant Home (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Distant Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Distant Home worth watching?
- The Distant Home holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Distant Home?
- The Distant Home stars Melissa Jaffer, Marnie Reece-Wilmore, Dene Kermond, Di Smith and Grant Dodwell.