Child Star
“Is the price of fame worth your childhood?”
Synopsis
Explore the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world’s most famous former child stars. Through celebrity interviews, verite scenes, and archival footage, this film deconstructs the stages of earlier stardom and looks at the entertainment system over the last century.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-09-05
Top Cast
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Demi Lovato
Self
Drew Barrymore
Self
Christina Ricci
Self
Kenan Thompson
Self
Raven-Symoné
Self
JoJo Siwa
Self
Alyson Stoner
Self
Chris Columbus
Self - Director
Madison De La Garza
Self - Demi's Sister
Dallas Lovato
Self - Demi's Sister
Dianna De La Garza
Self - Demi's Mother
Jordan Lutes
Self - Demi's Fiancé
Leah Plunkett
Self - Harvard Law School Faculty
Brooks Barnes
Self - Hollywood Reporter, The New York Times
Chris Smith
Self - Director, Looking Ahead Program
David Kamp
Self - Author, 'Sunny Days'
Mathew Klickstein
Self - Author, 'Slimed!'
Oak Felder
Self - Music Producer
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 17, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Demi Lovato, Nicola B. Marsh
- Screenplay & Story
- Dani Sloane
- Original Score
- Blonde Maze
- Original Title
- Child Star
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- OBB Pictures, Walt Disney Television Alternative, DLG, SB Projects
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Demi Lovato, Nicola B. Marsh
Dani Sloane
Blonde Maze
Danny Grunes
Yaniv Elani, Ron Eigen
Michael D. Ratner, Scooter Braun, Demi Lovato, Miranda Sherman, Kfir Goldberg
Department Leadership Roster
Michael D. Ratner
Producer
Demi Lovato
Producer
Miranda Sherman
Producer
Kfir Goldberg
Producer
Demi Lovato
Director
Scott Ratner
Producer
Nicola B. Marsh
Director
Danny Grunes
Director of Photography
Yaniv Elani
Editor
Ron Eigen
Editor
Blonde Maze
Original Music Composer
Matt Sokoler
Production Design
Cocoa Rigal
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Child Star
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What is Child Star about?
Explore the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world’s most famous former child stars. Through celebrity interviews, verite scenes, and archival footage, this film deconstructs the stages of earlier stardom and looks at the entertainment system over the last century.
Who directed Child Star?
Child Star was directed by Demi Lovato, Nicola B. Marsh.
Who stars in Child Star?
The principal cast of Child Star includes Demi Lovato, Drew Barrymore, Christina Ricci, Kenan Thompson, Raven-Symoné.
When was Child Star released and how long is it?
Child Star was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Child Star?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Child Star was composed by Blonde Maze.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Child Star?
Child Star holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).