A Child's Wish (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1997, A Child's Wish is a drama, family and tv movie film directed by Waris Hussein, running about 96 minutes. “Cancer killed her. But not before she made a change.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A family discovers their youngest daughter has cancer. But the real struggle has yet to start.
Who’s in it. A Child's Wish stars John Ritter as Ed Chandler, Tess Harper as Joanna Chandler, Anna Chlumsky as Missy Chandler and Sarah Chalke as Melinda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, A Child's Wish has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Child's Wish page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Child's Wish tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Child's Wish (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Child's Wish change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Child's Wish worth watching?
- A Child's Wish holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, family and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Child's Wish?
- A Child's Wish stars John Ritter, Tess Harper, Anna Chlumsky, Sarah Chalke and Bill Clinton.
- When was A Child's Wish released?
- A Child's Wish was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.