When the Bough Breaks
2016, English. Directed by Jon Cassar.
She's carrying more than just a secret.
A surrogate mother harbors a deadly secret desire for a family of her own with the husband who is expecting to raise her child.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch When the Bough Breaks
When the Bough Breaks is streaming on Sony Liv in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jon CassarDirector
- Morris ChestnutJohn Taylor
- Regina HallLaura Taylor
- Jaz SinclairAnna Walsh
- Romany MalcoTodd Decker
- Michael Kenneth WilliamsRoland White
- Glenn MorshowerMartin Cooper
- Theo RossiMike Mitchell
- GiGi ErnetaDr. Grace Park
- Micheal K. DouglasParty Worker
- Christina BachClerk
- Justin LebrunActor
- Michelle DeVitoParty Planner
Details
- Released
- 9 September 2016
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jack Olsen
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $31M
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When the Bough Breaks: quick answers
Is When the Bough Breaks worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 441 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is When the Bough Breaks?
When the Bough Breaks runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does When the Bough Breaks have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for When the Bough Breaks. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
When the Bough Breaks parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
When the Bough Breaks is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is When the Bough Breaks on?
When the Bough Breaks is streaming on Sony Liv in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like When the Bough Breaks?
If you liked When the Bough Breaks, try The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Fatale, Sleeping with the Enemy.
Who directed When the Bough Breaks?
When the Bough Breaks (2016) was directed by Jon Cassar and stars Morris Chestnut, Regina Hall, Jaz Sinclair.