The Kid Brother (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1987, The Kid Brother is a drama film directed by Claude Gagnon, running about 95 minutes. “An exceptional boy. An exceptional movie.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Going through life without legs, 12-year-old Kenny is active and enthusiastic, resisting the pressure to wear prosthetic limbs. He also finds himself the subject of a documentary made by a visiting French film crew. As the production unfolds, Kenny’s parents, brother, and absentee sister bring long-simmering tensions to the surface, shaking Kenny’s delicate sense of balance. Determined to better understand his place in the world, he hits the road for a daring journey of self-discovery.
Who’s in it. The Kid Brother stars Kenny Easterday as Kenny, Caitlin Clarke as Sharon, Liane Curtis as Sharon Kay and Zach Grenier as Jesse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Kid Brother 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 Kid Brother page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kid Brother tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kid Brother (1987)?
- In US, The Kid Brother 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 Kid Brother worth watching?
- The Kid Brother holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Kid Brother?
- The Kid Brother stars Kenny Easterday, Caitlin Clarke, Liane Curtis, Zach Grenier and Jesse Easterday.
- When was The Kid Brother released?
- The Kid Brother was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.