Children of the Dark
1994, English. Directed by Michael Switzer.
The true story of parents who discover that their two young daughters have a genetic disease that makes it fatal for them to be exposed to ordinary light.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Michael SwitzerDirector
- Peter HortonJim Harrison
- Tracy PollanKim Harrison
- Roy DotriceDr. Burnham
- Bill SmitrovichMilos Janecek
- Natalija NogulichStanja Janecek
- Eric PierpointDr. David Tanner
- Sam HorriganBobby Harrison
- Lindsey HaunJamie Harrison
- Annalise AshdownSherry Harrison
- Mary Pat GleasonLydia Fallbrook
- Ramon BieriT. Hardy Fallbrook
- Annie CorleySusan
Details
- Released
- 17 April 1994
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What Children of the Dark is based on
Children of the Dark is based on a true story.
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Children of the Dark: quick answers
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How long is Children of the Dark?
Children of the Dark runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Children of the Dark have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Children of the Dark on?
Children of the Dark isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 April 1994. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Children of the Dark?
If you liked Children of the Dark, try Marvellous, Love You to Death, The Memory Keeper's Daughter.
Who directed Children of the Dark?
Children of the Dark (1994) was directed by Michael Switzer and stars Peter Horton, Tracy Pollan, Roy Dotrice.
What is Children of the Dark based on?
Children of the Dark is based on a true story.