The Child movie poster

The Child

October 19, 2005 1h 36m 7.1/10 (274 votes)

Originally released in 2005. The Child is a drama film. directed by Luc Dardenne.

Starring Jérémie Renier, Déborah François, and Olivier Gourmet

Synopsis

A poor young Belgian mother wants her petty thief of a boyfriend to be gainfully employed to raise their newborn child, but he has other ideas.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 19, 2005 20 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (274 votes)
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Box Office $5.5M Worldwide gross
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Language French Original language
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Country Belgium + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR
Revenue
$5,507,396

Production Companies

  • Les Films du Fleuve
  • SCOPE Invest
  • RTBF
  • Archipel 33>35
  • ARTE France Cinéma

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Child about?

A poor young Belgian mother wants her petty thief of a boyfriend to be gainfully employed to raise their newborn child, but he has other ideas.

Who directed The Child?

The Child was directed by Luc Dardenne.

How long is The Child?

The Child has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was The Child released?

The Child was released on October 19, 2005 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Child?

The main cast of The Child includes Jérémie Renier, Déborah François, Olivier Gourmet, Jérémie Segard, Stéphane Bissot.

Is The Child worth watching?

The Child has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 274 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.