Mommy Dead and Dearest
"In this family, every illness was a lie - except the mother's."
Originally released in 2017. Mommy Dead and Dearest is a crime/documentary film. directed by Erin Lee Carr. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, Dee Dee Blanchard, and Rod Blanchard
Synopsis
Child abuse, mental illness, and forbidden love converge in this mystery involving a mother and daughter who were thought to be living a fairy tale life that turned out to be a living nightmare.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 11, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (250 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard
as Self
Dee Dee Blanchard
as Self (archive footage)
Rod Blanchard
as Self - Gypsy's Father
Kristy Blanchard
as Self - Gypsy's Stepmother
Jim Arnott
as Self - Sheriff
David Blanchard
as Self - Gypsy's Neighbor (archive footage)
Michelle Dean
as Self - Freelance Journalist
Marc Feldman
as Self - Munchausen Expert
Bernard Flatersten
as Self - Pediatric Neurologist
Nicholas Godejohn
as Self - Gypsy's Boyfriend (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HBO Documentary Films
- Abstract
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mommy Dead and Dearest about?
Child abuse, mental illness, and forbidden love converge in this mystery involving a mother and daughter who were thought to be living a fairy tale life that turned out to be a living nightmare.
Who directed Mommy Dead and Dearest?
Mommy Dead and Dearest was directed by Erin Lee Carr.
How long is Mommy Dead and Dearest?
Mommy Dead and Dearest has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Mommy Dead and Dearest released?
Mommy Dead and Dearest was released on March 11, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mommy Dead and Dearest?
The main cast of Mommy Dead and Dearest includes Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, Dee Dee Blanchard, Rod Blanchard, Kristy Blanchard, Jim Arnott.
Is Mommy Dead and Dearest worth watching?
Mommy Dead and Dearest has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 250 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.