My Father's Other Family

2020Movie1 h 27 min

44
WeakGoodWatch score

A moving, intriguing thriller movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Story

Shelby is devastated after her father's death. Curious about her family connections, she decides to look up the DNA-based family tree, and is surprised to find out that her father had another daughter. She goes on a mission to find her sibling and meets Rose, her half-sister. But as the initial euphoria dies down and the question of who gets her father's inheritance crops up, things begin to change.

Feels like

  • Family Drama
  • Half-Sister Discovery
  • Inheritance Conflict
  • Emotional Journey
  • Character-Driven
  • Contemporary Setting
  • Sisterhood
  • Mystery Elements
  • Melancholy Tone

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Directed by
Michelle Ouellet

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December 18, 2020 · 1 h 27 min · Thriller, Drama

Released
December 18, 2020
Runtime
1 h 27 min
Genres
Thriller, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Canada
Available in
3 countries

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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream My Father's Other Family?

In the United States, My Father's Other Family streams on Lifetime Movie Club. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is My Father's Other Family worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44 (IMDb 5.5).

Is My Father's Other Family okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.