The Broken Cord (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1992, The Broken Cord is a drama and tv movie film directed by Ken Olin, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Fact-based story of an idealistic single dad who discovers that his beloved Native American adopted son is afflicted with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and complicates his life with the woman who becomes his wife.
Who’s in it. The Broken Cord stars Jimmy Smits as David Norwell, Kim Delaney as Suzanne Lefever, Fredrick Leader-Charge as Adam 1 and Michael Spears as Adam 2, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Broken Cord has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Broken Cord page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Broken Cord tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Broken Cord (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Broken Cord change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Broken Cord worth watching?
- The Broken Cord holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Broken Cord?
- The Broken Cord stars Jimmy Smits, Kim Delaney, Fredrick Leader-Charge, Michael Spears and Frank Burning.
- When was The Broken Cord released?
- The Broken Cord was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.