
The Golden Child
Eddie Murphy is the chosen one.
After a Tibetan boy, the mystical Golden Child, is kidnapped by the evil Sardo Numspa, humankind's fate hangs in the balance. On the other side of the world in Los Angeles, the priestess Kee Nang seeks the Chosen One, who will save the boy from death. When Nang sees social worker Chandler Jarrell on television discussing his ability to find missing children, she solicits his expertise, despite his skepticism over being "chosen."
Where to Watch
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Golden Child
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy
- Release Date: 1986-12-12
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 5.931/10 (1134 votes)
- Budget: $25,000,000
- Revenue: $79,817,939
- Production Companies: Eddie Murphy Productions, Feldman/Meeker Productions, Paramount Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.7206
- Languages: Mandarin, English, Tibetan
Cast & Crew

Eddie Murphy
as Chandler Jarrell

Charles Dance
as Sardo Numspa

Charlotte Lewis
as Kee Nang

J.L. Reate
as The Golden Child

Victor Wong Chi-Keung
as The Old Man

Randall "Tex" Cobb
as Til

James Hong
as Doctor Hong

Shakti Chen
as Kala

Tau Logo
as Yu

Masanori Toguchi
as Khan
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Trailers & Clips
Ultra 4K UHD/BD Promo Trailer
The Golden Child (1986) - Theatrical Teaser [4K] [5.1]
Trailer
Ti West on THE GOLDEN CHILD
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Golden Child?▼
The Golden Child is a Action, Adventure, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1986-12-12.
Who are the main actors in The Golden Child?▼
The main cast includes Eddie Murphy, Charles Dance, Charlotte Lewis, J.L. Reate, Victor Wong Chi-Keung, .
Where can I watch The Golden Child online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Golden Child is available.
Is The Golden Child based on a true story?▼
Eddie Murphy is the chosen one.
What is the IMDb rating of The Golden Child?▼
The Golden Child has an IMDb rating of 5.931/10 based on 1134 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Golden Child?▼
The movie had a production budget of $25,000,000 and earned $79,817,939 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Golden Child?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Eddie Murphy Productions, Feldman/Meeker Productions, Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Golden Child filmed?▼
The Golden Child was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Golden Child?▼
The total runtime of The Golden Child is 94 minutes.
Is The Golden Child suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Golden Child?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Golden Child.
Does The Golden Child have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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