Dead Innocent (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.8

Released in 1997, Dead Innocent is a thriller and horror film directed by Sara Botsford, running about 91 minutes. “No jury. One judge. One verdict.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Suzanne, a single parent and succesful lawyer, returns home to find her daughter missing. About to call the police, she is confronted by a disembodied voice warning her that if she attempts to leave or seek help, her daughter will die. Suzanne discovers she is being monitored through surveillance cameras operated by the tyrannical voice. The voice informs her that in order for her daughter to live, Suzanne must commit suicide. In a race against time Suzanne must think of a scheme to get a message to the outside world...
Who’s in it. Dead Innocent stars Geneviève Bujold as Suzanne St. Laurent, Nancy Beatty as Donna Swift, Emily Hampshire as Nicole and Graham Greene as Detective Mike Salvatori, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Dead Innocent 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 Dead Innocent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead Innocent tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead Innocent (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead Innocent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead Innocent worth watching?
- Dead Innocent holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dead Innocent?
- Dead Innocent stars Geneviève Bujold, Nancy Beatty, Emily Hampshire, Graham Greene and Lynne Adams.
- When was Dead Innocent released?
- Dead Innocent was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.