The Child Stealer (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1979, The Child Stealer is a drama and tv movie film directed by Mel Damski, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A young mother battles to get her children back after her ex-husband kidnaps them and the law won't help her in her efforts.
Who’s in it. The Child Stealer stars Beau Bridges as David Rodman, Blair Brown as Jan Rodman, Cristina Raines as Karen and Eugene Roche as Lew Beck, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Child Stealer 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 The Child Stealer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Child Stealer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Child Stealer (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Child Stealer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Child Stealer worth watching?
- The Child Stealer holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Child Stealer?
- The Child Stealer stars Beau Bridges, Blair Brown, Cristina Raines, Eugene Roche and David Groh.