Movie

Child in the Night

“The secret of a grisly murder, locked in a child's mind.”

★ 5.6(18)19901h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Mike Robe
Release date: 1990-05-01
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Allied Communications

Child in the Night — trailer

About Child in the Night

Child in the Night is a 1990 movie in the Mystery, Thriller and Drama genres, directed by Mike Robe, starring JoBeth Williams, Tom Skerritt and Season Hubley. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.6/10 from 18 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Child in the Night in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Traumatized after seeing his father brutally murdered by a hook wielding assailant, young Luke is tasked to help unmask the killer.

Cast

JoBeth Williams

Dr. Hollis

Tom Skerritt

Detective Bass

Season Hubley

Valerie

Mike Pniewski

Bobby

Tim Choate

Curt

Thom Bray

Harvey

Elijah Wood

Luke

Darren McGavin

Os Winfield

Michael di Martino

Mikey

Johnny DiCarsano

Ricky

John Procaccino

Hickman

John Aylward

Dr. Wendt

Themes & keywords

hookwitness to murderchild psychologistslasher horror

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Child in the Night in Germany?+

Child in the Night is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Child in the Night on Netflix?+

Child in the Night is not on Netflix in Germany right now.

How long is Child in the Night?+

Child in the Night has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in Child in the Night?+

Child in the Night stars JoBeth Williams, Tom Skerritt, Season Hubley, Mike Pniewski and Tim Choate.

When did Child in the Night come out?+

Child in the Night is a 1990 movie directed by Mike Robe.

What genre is Child in the Night?+

Child in the Night is Mystery, Thriller, Drama, TV Movie and Horror film.

Who directed Child in the Night?+

Child in the Night was directed by Mike Robe.