Martian Child
“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.
Where to watch Martian Child in United States
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Where is Martian Child streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store |
| France | — | Sooner |
About Martian Child
Martian Child is a 2007 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Menno Meyjes. The cast is led by John Cusack, Bobby Coleman, Amanda Peet. It has a runtime of 1h 46m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Martian Child was produced by New Line Cinema, Hannah Rachel Production Services, and Meradin Zweite Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on November 2, 2007, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $27 million, it went on to gross $9 million worldwide.
- Director
- Menno Meyjes
- Writers
- Seth Bass, Jonathan Tolins
- Release date
- November 2, 2007
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $27 million
- Box office
- $9 million
- Production
- New Line Cinema, Hannah Rachel Production Services, Meradin Zweite Productions
Martian Child cast & crew
Martian Child was directed by Menno Meyjes and written by Seth Bass and Jonathan Tolins.
The cast features John Cusack as David, Bobby Coleman as Dennis, Amanda Peet as Harlee, Sophie Okonedo as Sophie, Joan Cusack as Liz, and Oliver Platt as Jeff.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Aaron Zigman, cinematography is by Robert D. Yeoman, and it was produced by David Kirschner and Corey Sienega.
Is Martian Child worth watching?
Martian Child holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 328 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 46m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy and drama, Martian Child is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Martian Child
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Cast of Martian Child
John Cusack
David
Bobby Coleman
Dennis
Amanda Peet
Harlee
Sophie Okonedo
Sophie
Joan Cusack
Liz
Oliver Platt
Jeff
Richard Schiff
Lefkowitz
Taya Calicetto
Esther
David Kaye
Andy
Braxton Bonneville
Nicholas
Samuel Charles
Jonas
Zak Ludwig
Young David
Martian Child — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Martian Child in United States?
Martian Child is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Martian Child in?
Martian Child is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Martian Child?
Martian Child runs 1 hours 46 minutes (106 minutes).
▸What is Martian Child rated?
Martian Child is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 328 ratings.
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