Movie

In the Best Interest of the Child

“Found guilty protecting the innocent”

★ 2.7(6)19901h 40m

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Good to know

Director: David Greene
Release date: 1990-05-20
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Robert Papazian Productions

About In the Best Interest of the Child

In the Best Interest of the Child is a 1990 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by David Greene, starring Meg Tilly, Ed Begley Jr. and Michael O'Keefe. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 2.7/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch In the Best Interest of the Child in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Jennifer's daughter is having nightmares and acting violently. It dawns on her that the child may be being sexually abused by her father. What is she to do when the court isn't favorable in the child's hour of need?

Cast

Meg Tilly

Jennifer Colton

Ed Begley Jr.

Howard Feldon

Michael O'Keefe

Walt Colton

Michele Greene

Nora

Marta Woodward

Mandy Colton

David Wohl

Judge Dunham

James Eckhouse

Chilton

Jim Byrnes

Kurt

Angela Bassett

Lori

Peter Hansen

Dr. Innes

Rosanna Huffman

Mrs. Thacker

Tom Irwin

Frank

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch In the Best Interest of the Child in Ireland?+

In the Best Interest of the Child is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Ireland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is In the Best Interest of the Child on Netflix?+

In the Best Interest of the Child is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How long is In the Best Interest of the Child?+

In the Best Interest of the Child has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in In the Best Interest of the Child?+

In the Best Interest of the Child stars Meg Tilly, Ed Begley Jr., Michael O'Keefe, Michele Greene and Marta Woodward.

When did In the Best Interest of the Child come out?+

In the Best Interest of the Child is a 1990 movie directed by David Greene.

What genre is In the Best Interest of the Child?+

In the Best Interest of the Child is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed In the Best Interest of the Child?+

In the Best Interest of the Child was directed by David Greene.