The Stepfather
2009, English. Directed by Nelson McCormick.
This fall, daddy's home.
Michael Harding returns home from military school to find his mother happily in love and living with her new boyfriend, David. As the two men get to know each other, Michael becomes more and more suspicious of the man who is always there with a helpful hand. Is he really the man of her dreams or could David be hiding a dark side?
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The Stepfather
The Stepfather is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV in India.
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Cast & crew
- Nelson McCormickDirector
- Dylan WalshDavid Harris
- Sela WardSusan Harding
- Penn BadgleyMichael Harding
- Amber HeardKelly Porter
- Sherry StringfieldLeah
- Paige TurcoJackie Kerns
- Jon TenneyJay
- Nancy Linehan CharlesMrs. Cutter
- Marcuis HarrisDetective Shay
- Braeden LemastersSean Harding
- Deirdre LovejoyDetective Tylar
- Skyler SamuelsBeth Harding
Details
- Released
- 16 October 2009
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Brian Garfield, J.S. Cardone, Carolyn Lefcourt
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $31M
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What The Stepfather is based on
The Stepfather is based on The Stepfather, a 1987 film.
Film · 1987
The Stepfather
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The Stepfather: quick answers
Is The Stepfather worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 990 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Stepfather?
The Stepfather runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Stepfather have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Stepfather. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Stepfather parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Stepfather is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Stepfather on?
The Stepfather is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Stepfather?
If you liked The Stepfather, try Orphan, Rosewood Lane, House at the End of the Street.
Who directed The Stepfather?
The Stepfather (2009) was directed by Nelson McCormick and stars Dylan Walsh, Sela Ward, Penn Badgley.
What is The Stepfather based on?
The Stepfather is based on The Stepfather, a 1987 film.