Child's Cry (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1986, Child's Cry is a drama and tv movie film directed by Gilbert Cates, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A social worker starts working with a shy, withdrawn 6 year old whom she believes is the victim of sexual abuse.
Who’s in it. Child's Cry stars Lindsay Wagner as Joanne Van Buren, Peter Coyote as Matt Townsend, Taliesin Jaffe as Eric Townsend and Herta Ware as Mrs. Hartounian, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Child's Cry has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Child's Cry page.
If you liked it. Fans of Child's Cry tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Child's Cry (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Child's Cry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Child's Cry worth watching?
- Child's Cry holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Child's Cry?
- Child's Cry stars Lindsay Wagner, Peter Coyote, Taliesin Jaffe, Herta Ware and Gerald S. O'Loughlin.
- When was Child's Cry released?
- Child's Cry was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.