The Bad Seed (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1985, The Bad Seed is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Paul Wendkos, running about 100 minutes. “Evil Kids Have The Sweetest Faces” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Rachel is a 9-year-old girl who is perfection itself - unless she's crossed or challenged. Several disturbing recent incidents have led Rachel's mother Christine to suspect that her child is a latent murderess. Upon discovering that she herself is the daughter of a convicted killer, Christine becomes convinced that sweet little Rachel is a "bad seed" - an inherent killer who feels no remorse because she doesn't know any better.
Who’s in it. The Bad Seed stars Blair Brown as Christine Penmark, Christa Denton as Rhoda Penmark, Lynn Redgrave as Monica Breedlove and David Carradine as Leroy Jessup, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Bad Seed 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 Bad Seed page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bad Seed tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bad Seed (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bad Seed change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bad Seed worth watching?
- The Bad Seed holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bad Seed?
- The Bad Seed stars Blair Brown, Christa Denton, Lynn Redgrave, David Carradine and Carrie Wells.