The Golden Child
1986, English. Directed by Michael Ritchie.
Eddie Murphy is the chosen one.
After a Tibetan boy, the mystical Golden Child, is kidnapped by the evil Sardo Numspa, humankind's fate hangs in the balance. On the other side of the world in Los Angeles, the priestess Kee Nang seeks the Chosen One, who will save the boy from death. When Nang sees social worker Chandler Jarrell on television discussing his ability to find missing children, she solicits his expertise, despite his skepticism over being "chosen."
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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The Golden Child isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 12 December 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dennis Feldman
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $80M
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The Golden Child: quick answers
Is The Golden Child worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 1,250 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Golden Child?
The Golden Child runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does The Golden Child have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Golden Child. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Golden Child parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Golden Child is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Golden Child on?
The Golden Child isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Golden Child?
If you liked The Golden Child, try Kung Pow: Enter the Fist, Double Threat, Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors.
Who directed The Golden Child?
The Golden Child (1986) was directed by Michael Ritchie and stars Eddie Murphy, Charles Dance, Charlotte Lewis.