The Broken Cord
1992, English. Directed by Ken Olin.
Fact-based story of an idealistic single dad who discovers that his beloved Native American adopted son is afflicted with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and complicates his life with the woman who becomes his wife.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Ken OlinDirector
- Jimmy SmitsDavid Norwell
- Kim DelaneySuzanne Lefever
- Fredrick Leader-ChargeAdam 1
- Michael SpearsAdam 2
- Frank BurningAdam 3
- Deborah DuchêneAllison Chapman
- Raoul Max TrujilloEmil Bear Heart
- Billy MerastyFrank Cree
- Keith DinicolHarris McPhee
- August SchellenbergDuane Buckanagee
- Genevieve AppletonPamela
- Chapelle JaffeJudy Jensen
Details
- Released
- 3 February 1992
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ann Beckett
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How long is The Broken Cord?
The Broken Cord runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Broken Cord have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is The Broken Cord on?
The Broken Cord isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 3 February 1992. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Broken Cord?
If you liked The Broken Cord, try American Son, Girl in the Box, The Christmas Shoes.
Who directed The Broken Cord?
The Broken Cord (1992) was directed by Ken Olin and stars Jimmy Smits, Kim Delaney, Fredrick Leader-Charge.