Terror in the Family (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1996, Terror in the Family is a drama and tv movie film directed by Gregory Goodell, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Fifteen-year-old Deena Marten wants the same freedom every teenager craves. But when she can't have her way, her rebellious temperament erupts in violence. Her parents, Cynthia and Todd, fear her new boyfriend, Garret, 17, is the cause. Distraught, Stephanie turns to alcohol, and Todd escapes in his work. They're unaware their Boy Scout son Adam, 13, sips from a vodka bottle hidden in his bedroom. And the problems in this dysfunctional family continue to worsen.
Who’s in it. Terror in the Family stars Hilary Swank as Deena Marten, Joanna Kerns as Cynthia Marten, Dan Lauria as Todd Marten and Adam Hendershott as Adam Marten, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Terror in the Family has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Terror in the Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of Terror in the Family tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Terror in the Family (1996)?
- In US, Terror in the Family is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Terror in the Family worth watching?
- Terror in the Family holds an audience score of 6.4 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 Terror in the Family?
- Terror in the Family stars Hilary Swank, Joanna Kerns, Dan Lauria, Adam Hendershott and Nan Martin.
- When was Terror in the Family released?
- Terror in the Family was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.