Yesterday's Child (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1977, Yesterday's Child is a thriller film directed by Corey Allen, running about 78 minutes. “Kidnapped girl returns after missing 14 years.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young couple's three-year-old daughter is kidnapped and no trace is ever found of her. Fourteen years later, a young woman claiming to be that girl shows up at the parents' house.
Who’s in it. Yesterday's Child stars Shirley Jones as Laura Talbot, Ross Martin as John Talbot, Geraldine Fitzgerald as Emma Talbot and Claude Akins as Cliff Henley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Yesterday's 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 Yesterday's Child page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yesterday's Child tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yesterday's Child (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yesterday's Child change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yesterday's Child worth watching?
- Yesterday's Child holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yesterday's Child?
- Yesterday's Child stars Shirley Jones, Ross Martin, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Claude Akins and Stephanie Zimbalist.
- When was Yesterday's Child released?
- Yesterday's Child was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.