The Kid From Nowhere (1982)
A single mother is overprotective of her mentally challenged son, which has made him angry and difficult, while she denies herself a social life. Things change for the better when the boy gains self-esteem training for the Special Olympics, and his mother learns to let go.
Director: Beau Bridges
Genre: Drama, Family, TV Movie
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: January 4, 1982
Cast
- Susan Saint James - Samantha 'Sam' Kandal
- Beau Bridges - Bud Herren
- Loretta Swit - Caroline Baker
- Ricky Wittman - John Kandal
- Janet MacLachlan - Linda Killian
- Fred Dryer - Larry Kandal
- René Auberjonois - Howard
- Nicholas Pryor - Greg Baker Sr.
- Lynn Carlin - Molly Edward
- Pat Petersen - Greg Baker Jr.
Screenplay
Music: Garry Sherman
Cinematography: John A. Alonzo
Editing: Melvin Shapiro
Production: Casada Productions, Cates/Bridges Productions, Film Jamel Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Beau Bridges
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Kid From Nowhere about?
- A single mother is overprotective of her mentally challenged son, which has made him angry and difficult, while she denies herself a social life. Things change for the better when the boy gains self-esteem training for the Special Olympics, and his mother learns to let go.
- Who directed The Kid From Nowhere?
- The Kid From Nowhere was directed by Beau Bridges.
- Who stars in The Kid From Nowhere?
- The Kid From Nowhere stars Susan Saint James, Beau Bridges, Loretta Swit, Ricky Wittman, Janet MacLachlan, Fred Dryer.
- How long is The Kid From Nowhere?
- The Kid From Nowhere has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Kid From Nowhere?
- The Kid From Nowhere is a Drama, Family, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Kid From Nowhere produced?
- The Kid From Nowhere was produced in United States of America.