Martian Child
2007, English. Directed by Menno Meyjes.
Doesn't matter where you come from, as long as you find where you belong!
A recently-widowed science fiction writer considers whether to adopt a hyper-imaginative 6-year-old abandoned and socially-rejected boy who says he's really from Mars.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 336 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Martian Child isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 2 November 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jonathan Tolins, Seth Bass
- Budget
- $27M
- Box office
- $9.4M
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Martian Child: quick answers
Is Martian Child worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 336 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Martian Child?
Martian Child runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Martian Child have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Martian Child. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Martian Child parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Martian Child is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Martian Child on?
Martian Child isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Martian Child?
If you liked Martian Child, try Carbon Copy, Instant Family, Fatherhood.
Who directed Martian Child?
Martian Child (2007) was directed by Menno Meyjes and stars John Cusack, Bobby Coleman, Amanda Peet.