Misbegotten
“They wanted a baby. Science helped them... now the evil begins”
Synopsis
Impatient to have a child, an infertile couple seeks help at a sperm bank and are thrilled when the procedure works. But their joy is cut short after they discover the donor is a psychopath willing to kill anyone who stands between him and his baby.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 23, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark L. Lester
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Cohen
- Original Title
- Misbegotten
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Cinépix Film Properties, American World Pictures (AWP)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark L. Lester
Larry Cohen, James Gabriel Berman
Mark Irwin
David Berlatsky
Jeff Sackman, Dana Dubovsky, Mark L. Lester
Department Leadership Roster
Mark L. Lester
Director
Owen Walstrom
Stunt Coordinator
Dana Dubovsky
Producer
Margaret Lovenuik
Costume Design
David Berlatsky
Editor
Mark L. Lester
Producer
Paul Joyal
Production Design
Larry Cohen
Screenplay
Mark Irwin
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Misbegotten
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Misbegotten about?
Impatient to have a child, an infertile couple seeks help at a sperm bank and are thrilled when the procedure works. But their joy is cut short after they discover the donor is a psychopath willing to kill anyone who stands between him and his baby.
Who directed Misbegotten?
Misbegotten was directed by Mark L. Lester.
Who stars in Misbegotten?
The principal cast of Misbegotten includes Kevin Dillon, Nick Mancuso, Lysette Anthony, Robert Lewis, Stefan Arngrim.
When was Misbegotten released and how long is it?
Misbegotten was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Is Misbegotten based on a book or true story?
Misbegotten is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Gabriel Berman".