Movie

Prison for Children

★ 5.8(5)19871h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Larry Peerce
Release date: 1987-03-14
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Knopf-Simons Productions

About Prison for Children

Prison for Children is a 1987 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Larry Peerce, starring Raphael Sbarge, Kenneth Ransom and Jonathan Chapin. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Prison for Children in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Contemporary drama dealing with an orphaned teenager trapped in an antiquated juvenile disciplinary system and the efforts of the institution's superintendent and a sympathetic teacher to get that system changed.

Cast

Raphael Sbarge

John Parsons

Kenneth Ransom

Thomas Holmes

Jonathan Chapin

Chaser

Gordie Wright

Tyrone Roosevelt

Josh Brolin

Boise

James T. Callahan

Judge Collins

Betty Thomas

Angela Brannon

John Ritter

David Royce

Thomas R. Zak

Joey Elkins

William Bryant

Will Waylon

Jamie Horton

Chris Parsons

Aaron Makinen

Hermit

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Prison for Children in Mexico?+

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

Is Prison for Children on Netflix?+

Prison for Children is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Prison for Children?+

Prison for Children has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Prison for Children?+

Prison for Children stars Raphael Sbarge, Kenneth Ransom, Jonathan Chapin, Gordie Wright and Josh Brolin.

When did Prison for Children come out?+

Prison for Children is a 1987 movie directed by Larry Peerce.

What genre is Prison for Children?+

Prison for Children is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed Prison for Children?+

Prison for Children was directed by Larry Peerce.