Misbegotten (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1998, Misbegotten is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Mark L. Lester, running about 95 minutes. “They wanted a baby. Science helped them... now the evil begins” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Impatient to have a child, an infertile couple seeks help at a sperm bank and are thrilled when the procedure works. But their joy is cut short after they discover the donor is a psychopath willing to kill anyone who stands between him and his baby.
Who’s in it. Misbegotten stars Kevin Dillon as Billy Crapshoot, Nick Mancuso as Paul Bourke, Lysette Anthony as Caitlan Bourke and Robert Lewis as Detective Cross, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Misbegotten has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Misbegotten page.
If you liked it. Fans of Misbegotten tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Misbegotten (1998)?
- In US, Misbegotten is available to stream on IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Misbegotten worth watching?
- Misbegotten holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Misbegotten?
- Misbegotten stars Kevin Dillon, Nick Mancuso, Lysette Anthony, Robert Lewis and Stefan Arngrim.
- When was Misbegotten released?
- Misbegotten was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.