I Have A Name
“One Child. One Family. One story that shines a light on Foster Care”
Synopsis
Inspired by true events, a couple's decision to foster a child draws them into the heartbreaking realities of abuse, trauma, and separation, exposing the challenges of a broken system while offering hope through compassion and love.
Top Cast
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Dean Cain
Jack Edwards
Melissa Arnold
Roberta (Inmate)
James Baldwin
Defense Attorney
John Carlisle
Gary Mudrick
Rob Ekno
Police Officer #1
Lechara Fletcher
Gale Huggins
Heather May
Anita (Guardian Ad Litem)
Sandra Rae Miller
Ann
Andy Noble
Bailiff
Kera O'Bryon
Lily
Ayden Payne
Son
Tim Perez-Ross
Teddy
Willow Peyton
Roma Mudrick
Joaquin Pinkard
James Huggins
Brad Roberts
Daniel
Michael Sigler
Judge Albert
Ellie Mae Louise Smith
Gracie
Gia Smith
Daughter
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Karen Burnsed
- Original Title
- I Have A Name
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- JCFilms
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Karen Burnsed
John Carlisle, Jason Campbell
Department Leadership Roster
John Carlisle
Producer
Jason Campbell
Producer
Karen Burnsed
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for I Have A Name.
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Christian, Pastor & Preacher
Adoption, Foster Care, & Bio Dad
Abuse Sexual
Any abuse related to — pedophilia — child abuse — incest — human trafficking (See my separate list) — sexual abuse of women — grooming — love bombing — sexual abuse in the churches — rape scenes
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Frequently Asked Questions About I Have A Name
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is I Have A Name about?
Inspired by true events, a couple's decision to foster a child draws them into the heartbreaking realities of abuse, trauma, and separation, exposing the challenges of a broken system while offering hope through compassion and love.
Who directed I Have A Name?
I Have A Name was directed by Karen Burnsed.
Who stars in I Have A Name?
The principal cast of I Have A Name includes Dean Cain, Melissa Arnold, James Baldwin, John Carlisle, Rob Ekno.
When was I Have A Name released and how long is it?
I Have A Name was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.