Chowchilla(2023)
26 children, buried alive. A shocking tale of escape and survival.
Chowchilla Synopsis
Go behind the headlines to explore the strangest mass kidnapping in history, with exclusive interviews from those who lived through it.
Chowchilla (2023) is a documentary film directed by Paul Solet, released on December 3, 2023 with a runtime of 1h 38m. It stars Ellie Mae Louise Smith, Alexander Ray, Taylor Box and Tate McMillan. Viewers rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 9 ratings.
- Director:
- Paul Solet
- Writers:
- Mario Díaz
- Producers:
- Glen Zipper, Sean M. Stuart
- Production:
- Zipper Bros Films, Sutter Road Picture Company, CNN Films
- Status:
- Released
Chowchilla (2023) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Chowchilla before you stream it.
Chowchilla Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ellie Mae Louise Smith
as Darla Daniels
- Alexander Ray
Alexander Ray
as Richard Schoenfeld
- Taylor Box
Taylor Box
as Fred Woods
- Tate McMillan
Tate McMillan
as James Schoenfeld
Ranen Navat
as Kidnapped Student
- Harrison Taylor
Harrison Taylor
as Kidnapped Student
- Skye Samantha Ferrero
Skye Samantha Ferrero
as Kidnapped Kid
- James Hernandez
James Hernandez
as Robert Gonzales
- Alex Isles
Alex Isles
as Mike
- Kalista Price
Kalista Price
as Andrea Park
- Cora Lux
Cora Lux
as Monica Ardery
- Adrianna Acevedo
Adrianna Acevedo
as Jodi Hefington
Key crew
Directed by Paul Solet, written by Mario Díaz, produced by Glen Zipper and Sean M. Stuart.
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Chowchilla Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.1/10 from 9 ratings.
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Chowchilla – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Chowchilla online?
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Chowchilla (2023) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Chowchilla?
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The main cast of Chowchilla (2023) includes Ellie Mae Louise Smith, Alexander Ray, Taylor Box, Tate McMillan and Ranen Navat. The film was directed by Paul Solet. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Chowchilla released?
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Chowchilla was released on December 3, 2023 and runs for 1h 38m.
Is Chowchilla worth watching?
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Chowchilla (2023) holds an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 9 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Chowchilla?
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