The Gifted One (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1989, The Gifted One is a fantasy, drama and tv movie film directed by Stephen Herek, running about 96 minutes. “His power his great. His determination is greater...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young boy can transfer his body energy into ESP and heal sick people. While the subject of scientists' studies, he runs away to try to find out about his past and why he is the way he is.
Who’s in it. The Gifted One stars Peter Kowanko as Michael Grant, John Rhys-Davies as Carl Boardman, G.W. Bailey as Dr. Winslow and Wendy Phillips as Sarah Grant, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Gifted One has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gifted One page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gifted One 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 Gifted One (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gifted One change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gifted One worth watching?
- The Gifted One holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Gifted One?
- The Gifted One stars Peter Kowanko, John Rhys-Davies, G.W. Bailey, Wendy Phillips and Gregg Henry.
- When was The Gifted One released?
- The Gifted One was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.