Family of Strangers
Family of strangers
“A Faded Past. An Uncertain Future. A Secret That Will Shatter Both.”
Synopsis
Julie must disclose her family's medical history before undergoing major surgery: when she questions her family, she discovers that she was adopted and, later, that her conception was the product of a rape.
Top Cast
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Melissa Gilbert
Julie
Patty Duke
Beth Thompson
William Shatner
Earl
Martha Gibson
Sue
Gordon Clapp
Del
Chuck Shamata
Tim
Eric McCormack
Sam
Ashleigh Aston Moore
Megan
John Shaw
Bill Curtis
Stephen Dimopoulos
Wayne Anderson
Mel Ryane
Dr. Fowler
Tasha Simms
Nancy
Michael Gabriel
Young Tim
Dax Belanger
Young Matthew
Peter Stebbings
Young Del
Leslie Hopps
Young Beth
Michelle Beaudoin
Young Sue
Chris William Martin
Young Jake
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 21, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sheldon Larry
- Screenplay & Story
- William Gough, Anna Sandor
- Original Score
- Peter Manning Robinson
- Original Title
- Family of strangers
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Alliance Films, CTV, CBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sheldon Larry
William Gough, Anna Sandor
Peter Manning Robinson
Ron Orieux
Ralph Brunjes
Michael Weisbarth, William Gough, John Ryan, Robert Lantos
Department Leadership Roster
Sheldon Larry
Director
William Gough
Producer
John Ryan
Producer
Laurie Drew
Costume Design
Ralph Brunjes
Editor
David Jaquest
Production Design
Jacob Rupp
Stunt Coordinator
Ron Orieux
Director of Photography
William Gough
Writer
Anna Sandor
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Family of Strangers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Family of Strangers about?
Julie must disclose her family's medical history before undergoing major surgery: when she questions her family, she discovers that she was adopted and, later, that her conception was the product of a rape.
Who directed Family of Strangers?
Family of Strangers was directed by Sheldon Larry.
Who stars in Family of Strangers?
The principal cast of Family of Strangers includes Melissa Gilbert, Patty Duke, William Shatner, Martha Gibson, Gordon Clapp.
When was Family of Strangers released and how long is it?
Family of Strangers was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Family of Strangers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Family of Strangers was composed by Peter Manning Robinson.