Nobody's Child(1986)
When nobody could help her, she helped herself
Nobody's Child Synopsis
Fact-based drama about the life of Marie Balter, who spent most of her young life in mental institutions. At age 16, she first attempted suicide and the next 20 years she spent in and out of the institutions. At last, a caring doctor started treating her for extreme depression and panic disorder. Weened from strong medications she had taken all her life, at age 36, she emerged for the last time and started a rehabilitation program in the home of a volunteer married couple. There she met a fellow patient with whom she developed a romantic relationship. She also started a college degree. This followed with a long-term professional success in the field of mental health.
Nobody's Child (1986) is a drama and tv movie film directed by Lee Grant, released on April 5, 1986 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Marlo Thomas, Ray Baker, Caroline Kava and Kathy Baker. Viewers rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- Director:
- Lee Grant
- Writers:
- Mary Gallagher, Ara Watson
- Producers:
- Joseph Feury
- Cinematographer:
- Sven Nykvist
- Composer:
- Michael Small
- Production:
- Gaylord Productions
- Status:
- Released
Nobody's Child Cast & Crew
Main cast
Marlo Thomas
as Marie Balter
Ray Baker
as Joe Balter
Caroline Kava
as Dr. Blackwell
Kathy Baker
as Lucy Stavros
Campbell Lane
as Mr. Edmond
- Vanessa Santos
Vanessa Santos
as Little Marie
- Donna Ford
Donna Ford
as Marie at 16
- William Nunn
William Nunn
as Pa
- Stefania DeStefanis
Stefania DeStefanis
as Ma Bartello
Karen Elizabeth Austin
as Natural Mother
Garwin Sanford
as Dr. Pitteo
- Joseph Golland
Joseph Golland
as Dr. Potts
Key crew
Directed by Lee Grant, written by Mary Gallagher and Ara Watson, produced by Joseph Feury.
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Nobody's Child Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.4/10 from 4 ratings.
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Nobody's Child – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Nobody's Child?
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The main cast of Nobody's Child (1986) includes Marlo Thomas, Ray Baker, Caroline Kava, Kathy Baker and Campbell Lane. The film was directed by Lee Grant. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Nobody's Child released?
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Nobody's Child was released on April 5, 1986 and runs for 1h 40m.
Is Nobody's Child worth watching?
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Nobody's Child (1986) holds an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.