The Kid From Nowhere (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, The Kid From Nowhere is a drama, family and tv movie film directed by Beau Bridges, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A single mother is overprotective of her mentally challenged son, which has made him angry and difficult, while she denies herself a social life. Things change for the better when the boy gains self-esteem training for the Special Olympics, and his mother learns to let go.
Who’s in it. The Kid From Nowhere stars Susan Saint James as Samantha 'Sam' Kandal, Beau Bridges as Bud Herren, Loretta Swit as Caroline Baker and Ricky Wittman as John Kandal, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Kid From Nowhere page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kid From Nowhere tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kid From Nowhere (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kid From Nowhere change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Kid From Nowhere?
- The Kid From Nowhere stars Susan Saint James, Beau Bridges, Loretta Swit, Ricky Wittman and Janet MacLachlan.
- When was The Kid From Nowhere released?
- The Kid From Nowhere was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.