Motherless Children (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1980, Motherless Children is a drama and family film directed by Maman Firmansyah, running about 89 minutes. “3 parentless Children, Go to City to Survive, A man with Limp” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After his wife passes away, the ailing Akbar marries Tina, a widow. Akbar’s illness makes him lose his job so Tina has to work in a garment factory. Akbar’s effort to find a job is fruitless and he passes away shortly after. His three children Mimi, Memet, and Ayu cannot stand their stepmother’s fickleness. They leave quietly to find the family of their biological mother. This is not easy since they don’t have her address. They work at any job to survive - housemaid, shoe shiner, parking boy etc. One day they meet John who buys and sells used newspapers. Mimi and Memet are given a small business of selling ice and pastries. Then Memed accidently takes the wrong train but fortunately, a rich man adopts him. However, Memed returns home as he misses his younger siblings. The reunion is short since Ayu passes away.
Who’s in it. Motherless Children stars A.N. Alcaff as Akbar, Debbie Cinthya Dewi as Tina, Santi Sardi as Mimin and Lukman Sardi as Memet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Motherless Children 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 Motherless Children page.
If you liked it. Fans of Motherless Children tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Motherless Children (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Motherless Children change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Motherless Children worth watching?
- Motherless Children holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Motherless Children?
- Motherless Children stars A.N. Alcaff, Debbie Cinthya Dewi, Santi Sardi, Lukman Sardi and Ajeng Triani Sardi.
- When was Motherless Children released?
- Motherless Children was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.