The Children Act (2018)
Movie 1h 45m ★ 6.6/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
The Children Act is a drama movie from 2018. It is directed by Richard Eyre. The cast includes Eileen Walsh, Emma Thompson and Ben Chaplin. The running time is 1h 45m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.6 out of 10.
Synopsis
In the midst of a marital crisis, a High Court judge must decide if she should order a life-saving blood transfusion for a teen with cancer despite his family's refusal to accept medical treatment for religious reasons.
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Cast & crew
- Richard EyreDirector
- Eileen Walshas Naomi Henry
- Emma Thompsonas Fiona Maye
- Ben Chaplinas Kevin Henry
- Stanley Tuccias Jack Maye
- Rosie Cavalieroas Marina Green
- Nikki Amuka-Birdas Amadia Kalu
- Anthony Calfas Mark Berner
- Fionn Whiteheadas Adam Henry
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Questions about The Children Act
- What genre is The Children Act?
- The Children Act is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in The Children Act?
- Eileen Walsh, Emma Thompson, Ben Chaplin, Stanley Tucci, Rosie Cavaliero appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Children Act?
- Richard Eyre directed The Children Act.
- How long is The Children Act?
- The Children Act runs for 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- Is The Children Act worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.6/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Children Act?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
