Little Girl Lost (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 1988, Little Girl Lost is a drama and tv movie film directed by Sharron Miller, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. This heart-wrenching story inspired by real events depicts the trials of the Brady family, who are trying desperately to adopt a helpless little girl they took in when she was in a foster care program. Clara and Tim Brady are in for the fight of their lives as they find that adopting Tella will not be so easy -- especially when social services puts her back into the care of her abusive father.

Who’s in it. Little Girl Lost stars Tess Harper as Clara Brady, Frederic Forrest as Tim Brady, Patricia Kalember as Andrea Newman and Lawrence Pressman as Lester, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Little Girl Lost 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 Little Girl Lost page.

If you liked it. Fans of Little Girl Lost tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Little Girl Lost (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Little Girl Lost change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Little Girl Lost worth watching?
Little Girl Lost holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Little Girl Lost?
Little Girl Lost stars Tess Harper, Frederic Forrest, Patricia Kalember, Lawrence Pressman and Christopher McDonald.
When was Little Girl Lost released?
Little Girl Lost was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.