The Children Act movie poster

The Children Act

"We all make choices. Hers make history."

August 1, 2018 1h 45m 6.6/10 (636 votes)

Originally released in 2018. The Children Act is a drama film. directed by Richard Eyre.

Starring Emma Thompson, Stanley Tucci, and Fionn Whitehead

Synopsis

In the midst of a marital crisis, a High Court judge must decide if she should order a life-saving blood transfusion for a teen with cancer despite his family's refusal to accept medical treatment for religious reasons.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 1, 2018 7 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (636 votes)
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Box Office $17.7M Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$17,696,794

Production Companies

  • FilmNation Entertainment
  • BBC Film
  • Toledo Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Children Act about?

In the midst of a marital crisis, a High Court judge must decide if she should order a life-saving blood transfusion for a teen with cancer despite his family's refusal to accept medical treatment ...

Who directed The Children Act?

The Children Act was directed by Richard Eyre.

How long is The Children Act?

The Children Act has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was The Children Act released?

The Children Act was released on August 1, 2018 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Children Act?

The main cast of The Children Act includes Emma Thompson, Stanley Tucci, Fionn Whitehead, Jason Watkins, Anthony Calf.

Is The Children Act worth watching?

The Children Act has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 636 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.