The Last Child (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1971, The Last Child is a drama, science fiction and tv movie film directed by John Llewellyn Moxey, running about 73 minutes. “The time: sometime in the future. Mrs. Miller is going to have a baby. But the law says she can't. The law says the world's overpopulated. Run, Mrs. Miller! Run!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a badly-overpopulated future, where each couple is only allowed one child and where people over 65 are forbidden medical care under a very draconian set of laws, a young couple, pregnant with their second child (the first died shortly after birth) enlist the help of an elderly former US Senator to help them escape to Canada.
Who’s in it. The Last Child stars Michael Cole as Alan Miller, Janet Margolin as Karen Miller, Harry Guardino as Howard Drumm and Van Heflin as Senator Quincy George, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Last Child has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Child page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Child tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Child (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Child change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Child worth watching?
- The Last Child holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, science fiction and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Last Child?
- The Last Child stars Michael Cole, Janet Margolin, Harry Guardino, Van Heflin and Ed Asner.
- When was The Last Child released?
- The Last Child was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.