The Child in Time
A successful writer of children's books, Stephen Lewis is confronted with the unthinkable—he loses his only child, four-year-old Kate, in a supermarket. In one horrifying moment that replays itself over the years that follow, Stephen realises his daughter is gone. Kate's absence sets Stephen and his wife on diverging paths as both struggle with an all-consuming grief.
Where to watch The Child in Time in United States
Can I watch The Child in Time in United States? The Child in Time isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
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Where is The Child in Time streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel, Channel 4 | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Australia | Britbox Apple TV channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Allstars Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Canal VOD |
| Japan | — | Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | — | wavve |
About The Child in Time
The Child in Time is a 2018 English-language tv movie and drama film directed by Julian Farino. The cast is led by Benedict Cumberbatch, Kelly Macdonald, Stephen Campbell Moore. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. Viewers rate it 5.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
The Child in Time was produced by SunnyMarch and Pinewood Television and made in United Kingdom. It was released on July 5, 2018, and carries a 15 certification.
- Director
- Julian Farino
- Writers
- Stephen Butchard
- Release date
- July 5, 2018
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 15
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- SunnyMarch, Pinewood Television
The Child in Time cast & crew
The Child in Time was directed by Julian Farino and written by Stephen Butchard.
The cast features Benedict Cumberbatch as Stephen Lewis, Kelly Macdonald as Julie Lewis, Stephen Campbell Moore as Charles Darke, Saskia Reeves as Thelma Darke, Andrea Hall as Policewoman, and Jim Creighton as Male Neighbour.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Adrian Johnston, cinematography is by David Odd, and it was produced by Adam Ackland and Helen Gregory.
Is The Child in Time worth watching?
The Child in Time holds an audience score of 5.8/10 from 105 ratings, a more divisive tv movie films.
At 1h 30m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy tv movie and drama, The Child in Time is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Child in Time
The Child in Time isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
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Cast of The Child in Time
Benedict Cumberbatch
Stephen Lewis
Kelly Macdonald
Julie Lewis
Stephen Campbell Moore
Charles Darke
Saskia Reeves
Thelma Darke
Andrea Hall
Policewoman
Jim Creighton
Male Neighbour
Beatrice White
Kate Lewis
Rosa-Marie Lewis
Shop Assistant
Franc Ashman
Lydia Webb
Anna Madeley
Rachel Murray
John Hopkins
Home Secretary
Elliot Levey
Prime Minister
The Child in Time — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Child in Time in United States?
The Child in Time is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is The Child in Time in?
The Child in Time is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Child in Time?
The Child in Time runs 1 hours 30 minutes (90 minutes).
▸What is The Child in Time rated?
The Child in Time is rated 15. It holds a 5.8/10 audience score from 105 ratings.
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