The Night Child
1975, Italian. Directed by Massimo Dallamano.
Keep telling yourself: "She's not just a child"...
The titular medallion is a gift presented to young Nicole Elmi. Once the girl places the gift around her neck, she is possessed by the spirit of a dead child who was a murderess.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- R
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- Released
- 22 April 1975
- Original title
- Il medaglione insanguinato (Perche?!)
- Country
- Italy, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Massimo Dallamano, Franco Marotta, Laura Toscano
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How long is The Night Child?
The Night Child runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Night Child have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Night Child. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Night Child parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Night Child is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Night Child on?
The Night Child isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 22 April 1975. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Night Child?
If you liked The Night Child, try The Antichrist, To the Devil a Daughter, Kill, Baby... Kill!.
Who directed The Night Child?
The Night Child (1975) was directed by Massimo Dallamano and stars Richard Johnson, Joanna Cassidy, Ida Galli.