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When the Bough Breaks

1994Movie1 h 45 minR

Thriller
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Rotten Tomatoes–53%
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Rotten Tomatoes–53%

Summary

A police detective investigates the apparent serial killing of several children which is linked to an institutionalized, autistic child.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
Michael Cohn
Written by
Michael Cohn
Produced by
Barbara Javitz, Denise Ballew
Music by
Ed Tomney

Everyone

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Facts

May 7, 1994 · 1 h 45 min · R

Released
May 7, 1994
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Thriller
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
131 countries

Tropes

Asshole Victim, Bitch in Sheep's Clothing, Domestic Abuse +9

Q&A

3 questions, like "Where can I stream When the Bough Breaks?"

Questions about When the Bough Breaks

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream When the Bough Breaks?

PlexFandango at Home FreeFawesomeIndiePix UnlimitedTubi TV

In the United States, When the Bough Breaks streams on IndiePix Unlimited, and it is free with ads on Plex, Fandango at Home Free, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is When the Bough Breaks worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 5.9).

Will When the Bough Breaks scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 7 of 10.