The Lost Son (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1999, The Lost Son is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Chris Menges, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Xavier Lombard is a world-weary private eye in London, in exile from his native Paris; his best friend is Nathalie, a high-class call girl. He gets a call from an old friend from the Paris police department, now a businessman whose brother-in-law is missing. The missing man's parents hire Xavier over their daughter's objections, and quickly he finds himself in the realm of children's sexual slavery.
Who’s in it. The Lost Son stars Daniel Auteuil as Xavier Lombard, Nastassja Kinski as Deborah Spitz, Katrin Cartlidge as Emily and Marianne Denicourt as Nathalie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Lost Son 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 Lost Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lost Son tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lost Son (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lost Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lost Son worth watching?
- The Lost Son holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lost Son?
- The Lost Son stars Daniel Auteuil, Nastassja Kinski, Katrin Cartlidge, Marianne Denicourt and Ciarán Hinds.
- When was The Lost Son released?
- The Lost Son was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.