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When the Bough Breaks

1986Movie1 h 40 min

CrimeDrama
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–60%
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–60%

Summary

A Los Angeles psychiatrist testifies for the prosecution in the trial of an accused child molester. Later the defendant, who is out on bail, is found dead in the psychiatrist's office, in what appears to be a suicide.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

24 of 25

Crew

Directed by
Waris Hussein
Written by
Phil Penningroth, Jonathan Kellerman
Produced by
Rick Husky
Music by
Paul Chihara

Everyone

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Facts

October 12, 1986 · 1 h 40 min · Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery

Released
October 12, 1986
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Crime, Drama, Thriller, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
126 countries

Tropes

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