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Who Will Love My Children?

1983Movie1 h 35 minPG

DramaTV Movie
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Rotten Tomatoes–58%

A deeply moving, profoundly sad drama movie about a real life story and family, with standout performances and characters.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or adrenaline.

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Story

A true story of incredible love and courage...

Lucile Fray has 10 children and terminal cancer. As her ne'er-do-well alcoholic husband, isn't capable enough to handle raising them, there's only one option left. As her last act on earth, Fray is determined to make sure her children have a secure future.

Feels like

  • Terminal Illness
  • Mother's Sacrifice
  • Family Love
  • Biographical Drama
  • Emotional Journey
  • Resilience & Hope
  • Heartwarming
  • Historical Setting
  • Character-Driven

Cast

21 of 21

Crew

Directed by
John Erman
Written by
Michael Bortman
Produced by
Wendy Riche, Paula Levenback
Music by
Laurence Rosenthal

Everyone

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Facts

February 13, 1983 · 1 h 35 min · PG

Released
February 13, 1983
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Keywords
based on true story

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Who Will Love My Children? worth watching?"

Questions about Who Will Love My Children?

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Who Will Love My Children? worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 7.5).

Is Who Will Love My Children? okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Who Will Love My Children? plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (10 of 10) and character depth (9 of 10) more than on its plot.