Where are the Children?
1986, English. Directed by Bruce Malmuth.
Who is the killer? What is the reason? Why did he take them?
In Cape Cod, Missy and Michael, the two children of Nancy Eldridge, are kidnapped by a man who has disturbing intentions for them. Local police chief Ed Coffin wrongfully suspects that Nancy is behind the disappearances.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Bruce MalmuthDirector
- Jill ClayburghNancy Holder Eldridge
- Max GailClay Eldridge
- Frederic ForrestCourtney Parrish
- Elizabeth WilsonDorothy Prentiss
- Barnard HughesJonathan Knowles
- Clifton JamesChief Coffin
- Harley CrossMichael Eldridge
- Elisabeth HarnoisMissy Eldridge
- James PurcellRobin Legler
- Eriq La SalleDeputy Bernie Miles
- Louis ZorichKragopoulos
- Christopher MurneyLenny Baron
Details
- Released
- 12 December 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jack Sholder
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How long is Where are the Children??
Where are the Children? runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Where are the Children? have a post-credits scene?
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Where are the Children? parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Where are the Children? is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Where are the Children? on?
Where are the Children? isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Where are the Children??
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Who directed Where are the Children??
Where are the Children? (1986) was directed by Bruce Malmuth and stars Jill Clayburgh, Max Gail, Frederic Forrest.