Relative Fear (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1995, Relative Fear is a drama and horror film directed by George Mihalka, running about 90 minutes. “Trusting your children can be deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Linda and Peter Pratman's son Adam is autistic, but they still love him and hope that he'll at least start talking some day. However he's teased and abused by the kids of the neighborhood and his grandpa . When several people around Adam die an unexpected death, his parents start to suspect Adam - is he just simulating to be so ignorant about his environment?
Who’s in it. Relative Fear stars Darlanne Fluegel as Linda Pratman, James Brolin as Det. Atwater, Martin Neufeld as Peter Pratman and Denise Crosby as Connie Madison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Relative Fear has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Relative Fear page.
If you liked it. Fans of Relative Fear tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Relative Fear (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Relative Fear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Relative Fear worth watching?
- Relative Fear holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Relative Fear?
- Relative Fear stars Darlanne Fluegel, James Brolin, Martin Neufeld, Denise Crosby and M. Emmet Walsh.
- When was Relative Fear released?
- Relative Fear was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.