Prodigal Sons(2008)
A brotherly rivalry between a man and a woman... and Orson Welles.
Prodigal Sons Synopsis
Filmmaker Kimberly Reed returns home for her high school reunion, ready to reintroduce herself to the small town as a transgender woman and hoping for reconciliation with her long-estranged adopted brother Marc. Things are complicated by the shocking revelation that Marc may be the grandson of Orson Welles and Rita Hayworth, forcing Kim and her family to explore questions of sexual orientation, identity, severe trauma and love.
Prodigal Sons (2008) is a documentary film directed by Kimberly Reed, released on August 29, 2008 with a runtime of 1h 26m. It stars Kimberly Reed, Carol McKerrow, Marc McKerrow and Claire Jones. Viewers rate it 5.3 out of 10 across 18 ratings.
- Director:
- Kimberly Reed
- Producers:
- Kimberly Reed, John Keitel, Israel Ehrisman
- Cinematographer:
- John Keitel
- Composer:
- T. Griffin
- Production:
- BBC Storyville, Big Sky Film Productions, CBC, SundanceTV
- Status:
- Released
Prodigal Sons (2008) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Prodigal Sons before you stream it.
Prodigal Sons Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Kimberly Reed
Kimberly Reed
as Herself
- Carol McKerrow
Carol McKerrow
as Herself
- Marc McKerrow
Marc McKerrow
as Himself
Claire Jones
as Herself
Key crew
Directed by Kimberly Reed, produced by Kimberly Reed, John Keitel and Israel Ehrisman.
Explore more Documentary titles
Prodigal Sons Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.3/10 from 18 ratings.
You may also like
Love, Marilyn
2013
To Be Takei
2014
Cameraperson
2016
Come See Me in the Good Light
2025
Maidentrip
2014
Heart of a Dog
2015
Love, Gilda
2018
I Am Ali
2014
28 Up
1984
Halftime
2022
Being James Bond
2021
Iverson
2014
Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return
2022
Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God
2012
180° South
2010
42 Up
1999
Katy Perry: Part of Me
2012
My Mom Jayne
2025
35 Up
1991
Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20
2022
Movies similar to Prodigal Sons
Jillian Michaels: Killer Buns & Thighs
2011
Full Metal Village
2007
The Story of the Weeping Camel
2004
Ich heiße Erwin und bin 17 Jahre
1970
10 + 4 (Dah be alaveh chahar)
2007
Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids
2004
God's Ways
2006
The Art of Observing Life
2013
Cyber-Seniors
2014
Who's Afraid of the Bogeyman
1989
Tango Dream
1985
Nude Portraits – Gundula Schulze
1984
Twixt Heaven and Earth
1998
Olympia Part One: Festival of the Nations
1938
Olympia Part Two: Festival of Beauty
1938
Menhaden: The Most Important Fish in the Bay
2012
Crimes of Honour
1999
Diary of a Political Tourist
2004
How Good to See You Alive
1989
Kick Like a Girl
2008
Prodigal Sons – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Prodigal Sons online?
+
Prodigal Sons (2008) 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 Prodigal Sons?
+
The main cast of Prodigal Sons (2008) includes Kimberly Reed, Carol McKerrow, Marc McKerrow and Claire Jones. The film was directed by Kimberly Reed. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Prodigal Sons released?
+
Prodigal Sons was released on August 29, 2008 and runs for 1h 26m.
Is Prodigal Sons worth watching?
+
Prodigal Sons (2008) holds an average rating of 5.3 out of 10 from 18 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 Prodigal Sons?
+
Yes. The official Prodigal Sons trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.