Favorite Child(2026)
family drama
Favorite Child Synopsis
A group of siblings must confront their tensions and secrets when a family dog accidentally ingests one brother's pills. As fear and guilt surface, the crisis forces the fractured family closer together.
Favorite Child (2026) is a family, drama, action and adventure film directed by brooke smith, released on July 30, 2026 with a runtime of 13m. It stars Daneil Braaten, Max Zorn, Doug Bachelis and Noelle Joy Sorenson. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- brooke smith
- Writers:
- Brooke Smith
- Production:
- Brooke Smith Cinema, PACE University
- Budget:
- $5,000
- Status:
- Released
Favorite Child (2026) Trailer
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Favorite Child Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Daneil Braaten
Daneil Braaten
as James
- Max Zorn
Max Zorn
as Dean
- Doug Bachelis
Doug Bachelis
as Dad
- Noelle Joy Sorenson
Noelle Joy Sorenson
as Mom
Scout Latshaw
as Emma
- Brandi Bevilacqua
Brandi Bevilacqua
as Bella
- Evanna Grassi
Evanna Grassi
as Vet
- Chris Lengers
Chris Lengers
as Bystander
Key crew
Directed by brooke smith, written by Brooke Smith.
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Favorite Child Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Favorite Child – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Favorite Child online?
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Favorite Child (2026) 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 Favorite Child?
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The main cast of Favorite Child (2026) includes Daneil Braaten, Max Zorn, Doug Bachelis, Noelle Joy Sorenson and Scout Latshaw. The film was directed by brooke smith. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Favorite Child released?
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Favorite Child was released on July 30, 2026 and runs for 13m.
Is Favorite Child worth watching?
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Favorite Child (2026) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy family, drama and action films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Favorite Child?
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Yes. The official Favorite Child trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.