The Abandoned Children (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1975, The Abandoned Children is a documentary film directed by Danny Lyon, running about 63 minutes.
What it’s about. Shot in 1974 by Danny Lyon and a single audio person, in twenty days in Santa Marta Colombia. The film shows the daily rhythms of a gang of boys who live on the city’s streets. Their survival skills and errant lifestyles are in evidence as they beg for scraps to eat, wheel and deal with storekeepers and street vendors, and play together.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Abandoned Children has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Fandor Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Abandoned Children page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Abandoned Children (1975)?
- In US, The Abandoned Children is available to stream on Fandor Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Abandoned Children worth watching?
- The Abandoned Children holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Abandoned Children released?
- The Abandoned Children was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.