Losing Isaiah
1995, English. Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal.
Who decides what makes a mother?
Khaila Richards, a crack-addicted single mother, accidentally leaves her baby in a dumpster while high and returns the next day in a panic to find he is missing. In reality, the baby has been adopted by a warm-hearted social worker, Margaret Lewin, and her husband, Charles. Years later, Khaila has gone through rehab and holds a steady job. After learning that her child is still alive, she challenges Margaret for the custody.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 111 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Losing Isaiah isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Stephen GyllenhaalDirector
- Jessica LangeMargaret Lewin
- Halle BerryKhaila Richards
- David StrathairnCharles Lewin
- Cuba Gooding Jr.Eddie Hughes
- Daisy EaganHannah Lewin
- Marc John JefferiesIsaiah
- Samuel L. JacksonKadar Lewis
- Joie LeeMarie
- Regina TaylorGussie
- LaTanya Richardson JacksonCaroline Jones
- Jacqueline BrookesJudge Silbowitz
- Donovon Ian H. McKnightAmir
Details
- Released
- 17 March 1995
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Naomi Foner
- Budget
- $17M
- Box office
- $7.6M
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What Losing Isaiah is based on
Losing Isaiah is adapted from a novel.
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Losing Isaiah: quick answers
Is Losing Isaiah worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 111 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Losing Isaiah?
Losing Isaiah runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Losing Isaiah have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Losing Isaiah. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Losing Isaiah parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Losing Isaiah is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Losing Isaiah on?
Losing Isaiah isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like Losing Isaiah?
If you liked Losing Isaiah, try Lion, Short Term 12, The Glass Castle.
Who directed Losing Isaiah?
Losing Isaiah (1995) was directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal and stars Jessica Lange, Halle Berry, David Strathairn.
What is Losing Isaiah based on?
Losing Isaiah is adapted from a novel.