The Extraordinary Child (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1954, The Extraordinary Child is a comedy film directed by Stan Brakhage, running about 13 minutes.
What it’s about. The Extraordinary Child applies his developing style to broad slapstick. His friends from the previous films and the director himself play out a riotous farce about an overgrown baby who steals his father’s cigars. Everyone mugs hilariously. The movie could be taken as another example of the Romantic notion of the artist as a monstrous child or misfit, or a parody of the same rather than the personal confessional statement seen so often in these film movements.
Who’s in it. The Extraordinary Child stars Robert Benson, Stan Brakhage, Yvonne Fair and Lawrence Jordan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Extraordinary Child 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 Extraordinary Child page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Extraordinary Child tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Extraordinary Child (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Extraordinary Child change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Extraordinary Child worth watching?
- The Extraordinary Child holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Extraordinary Child?
- The Extraordinary Child stars Robert Benson, Stan Brakhage, Yvonne Fair, Lawrence Jordan and Walter Newcomb.
- When was The Extraordinary Child released?
- The Extraordinary Child was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.