Movie

Desperate Lives

“Who's killing young kids with drugs and crime?”

★ 6.5(2)19821h 36m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Michael Lewis
Release date: 1982-03-03
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Fellows-Keegan Company

About Desperate Lives

Desperate Lives is a 1982 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Robert Michael Lewis, starring Diana Scarwid, Doug McKeon and Helen Hunt. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Desperate Lives in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A brother and sister get caught up in the drug scene in their local high school, with tragic results.

Cast

Diana Scarwid

Eileen Phillips

Doug McKeon

Scott Cameron

Helen Hunt

Sandy Cameron

William Windom

Dr. Jarvis

Art Hindle

Stan

Tom Atkins

John Cameron

Norman Alden

Coach

Tricia Cast

Susan Garber

Sam Bottoms

Ken Baynes

Diane Ladd

Carol Cameron

Michele Greene

Julie Jordan

Terry Alexander

Robert Walsh

Themes & keywords

high schooldrug addictiondrugspcp

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Desperate Lives in Mexico?+

Desperate Lives is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Desperate Lives on Netflix?+

Desperate Lives is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Desperate Lives?+

Desperate Lives has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in Desperate Lives?+

Desperate Lives stars Diana Scarwid, Doug McKeon, Helen Hunt, William Windom and Art Hindle.

When did Desperate Lives come out?+

Desperate Lives is a 1982 movie directed by Robert Michael Lewis.

What genre is Desperate Lives?+

Desperate Lives is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed Desperate Lives?+

Desperate Lives was directed by Robert Michael Lewis.