Adam (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1983, Adam is a drama and tv movie film directed by Michael Tuchner, running about 97 minutes. “It's just another headline. Until it happens to your child.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on the true story that shocked the nation and led to vast changes in how law enforcement handled missing children cases...John and Reve Walsh deal with their grief in front of the whole country when their son, Adam, is abducted and later found dead.
Who’s in it. Adam stars Daniel J. Travanti as John Walsh, JoBeth Williams as Reve Walsh, Martha Scott as Gram Walsh and Richard Masur as Jay Howell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Adam 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 Adam page.
If you liked it. Fans of Adam tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Adam (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Adam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Adam worth watching?
- Adam 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 Adam?
- Adam stars Daniel J. Travanti, JoBeth Williams, Martha Scott, Richard Masur and Paul Regina.
- When was Adam released?
- Adam was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.