Children of a Lesser God
Love has a language all of its own.
Starting his new job as an instructor at a New England school for the deaf, James Leeds meets Sarah Norman, a young deaf woman who works at the school as a member of the custodial staff. In spite of Sarah's withdrawn emotional state, a romance slowly develops between the pair.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Children of a Lesser God
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Release Date: 1986-09-13
- Runtime: 119 minutes
- Rating: 6.9/10 (322 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $31,853,080
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.4342
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
William Hurt
as James Leeds
Marlee Matlin
as Sarah Norman
Piper Laurie
as Mrs. Norman
Philip Bosco
as Dr. Curtis Franklin
Allison Gompf
as Lydia
John F. Cleary
as Johnny
Philip Holmes
as Glen
Georgia Ann Cline
as Cheryl
William D. Byrd
as Danny
Frank Carter Jr.
as Tony
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Trailers & Clips
Marlee Matlin | Behind the Oscars Speech
Children of a Lesser God - Trailer
Marlee Matlin Wins Best Actress | 59th Oscars (1987)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Children of a Lesser God?▼
Children of a Lesser God is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1986-09-13.
Who are the main actors in Children of a Lesser God?▼
The main cast includes William Hurt, Marlee Matlin, Piper Laurie, Philip Bosco, Allison Gompf, .
Where can I watch Children of a Lesser God online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Children of a Lesser God is available.
Is Children of a Lesser God based on a true story?▼
Love has a language all of its own.
What is the IMDb rating of Children of a Lesser God?▼
Children of a Lesser God has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 322 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Children of a Lesser God?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $31,853,080 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Children of a Lesser God?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Children of a Lesser God filmed?▼
Children of a Lesser God was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Children of a Lesser God?▼
The total runtime of Children of a Lesser God is 119 minutes.
Is Children of a Lesser God suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Children of a Lesser God?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Children of a Lesser God.
Does Children of a Lesser God have a post-credit scene?▼
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