Hide in Plain Sight
1980, English. Directed by James Caan.
If the Justice Dept of the United States abducted your children, what would you do?
True story of a man in search of his children after his ex-wife enters the Witness Protection Program.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Hide in Plain Sight isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- James CaanDirector
- James CaanThomas Hacklin, Jr.
- Jill EikenberryAlisa Hacklin
- Robert ViharoJack Scolese
- Joe GrifasiMatty Stanek
- Barbra RaeRuthie Hacklin
- Kenneth McMillanSam Marzetta
- Josef SommerJason R. Reid
- Danny AielloSal Carvello
- David ClennonRichard Fieldston
- Thomas HillBobby Momisa
- Chuck HicksFrankie Irish
- Peter MaloneyLee McHugh
Details
- Released
- 21 March 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Spencer Eastman
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What Hide in Plain Sight is based on
Hide in Plain Sight is based on a true story.
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Hide in Plain Sight: quick answers
Is Hide in Plain Sight worth watching?
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How long is Hide in Plain Sight?
Hide in Plain Sight runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Hide in Plain Sight have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Hide in Plain Sight. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Hide in Plain Sight parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hide in Plain Sight is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Hide in Plain Sight on?
Hide in Plain Sight isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hide in Plain Sight?
If you liked Hide in Plain Sight, try The Whisper Man, Jane Got a Gun, Walking Tall: Lone Justice.
Who directed Hide in Plain Sight?
Hide in Plain Sight (1980) was directed by James Caan and stars James Caan, Jill Eikenberry, Robert Viharo.
What is Hide in Plain Sight based on?
Hide in Plain Sight is based on a true story.