Child's Play
1972, English. Directed by Sidney Lumet.
You only lose once.
At an exclusive boys' school, a new gym teacher is drawn into a feud between two older instructors, and he discovers that everything at the school is not quite as staid, tranquil and harmless as it seems.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Child's Play
Child's Play isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 12 December 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Leon Prochnik
- Box office
- $44M
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Child's Play: quick answers
Is Child's Play worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Child's Play?
Child's Play runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Child's Play have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Child's Play. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Child's Play parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Child's Play is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Child's Play on?
Child's Play isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Child's Play?
If you liked Child's Play, try Cracks, Absolution, The Substitute 2: School's Out.
Who directed Child's Play?
Child's Play (1972) was directed by Sidney Lumet and stars James Mason, Robert Preston, Beau Bridges.