Nobody's Child movie poster

Nobody's Child

"When nobody could help her, she helped herself"

April 5, 1986 1h 40m 7.4/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1986. Nobody's Child is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Lee Grant.

Starring Marlo Thomas, Ray Baker, and Caroline Kava

Synopsis

Fact-based drama about the life of Marie Balter, who spent most of her young life in mental institutions. At age 16, she first attempted suicide and the next 20 years she spent in and out of the institutions. At last, a caring doctor started treating her for extreme depression and panic disorder. Weened from strong medications she had taken all her life, at age 36, she emerged for the last time and started a rehabilitation program in the home of a volunteer married couple. There she met a fellow patient with whom she developed a romantic relationship. She also started a college degree. This followed with a long-term professional success in the field of mental health.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 5, 1986 39 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (4 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Gaylord Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nobody's Child about?

Fact-based drama about the life of Marie Balter, who spent most of her young life in mental institutions. At age 16, she first attempted suicide and the next 20 years she spent in and out of the in...

Who directed Nobody's Child?

Nobody's Child was directed by Lee Grant.

How long is Nobody's Child?

Nobody's Child has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Nobody's Child released?

Nobody's Child was released on April 5, 1986 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Nobody's Child?

The main cast of Nobody's Child includes Marlo Thomas, Ray Baker, Caroline Kava, Kathy Baker, Campbell Lane.