Kids Don't Tell
Synopsis
When a documentary-maker begins to make a film about child sexual abuse, the subject begins to eat into him and affect his relationship with those around him, particularly his wife.
Top Cast
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Michael Ontkean
John Ryan
JoBeth Williams
Claudia Ryan
Leo Rossi
Detective Rastelli
John Sanderford
Eli Davis
Ari Meyers
Nicky Ryan
Jordan Charney
Tatum
Robin Gammell
Dr. Houghton
Shelley Morrison
Carol
Jean Bruce Scott
Clare
Matthew Faison
Evan Harris
David S. Aaron
Waiter
Roger Askin
Man at Wedding
Judith Barsi
Jennifer Ryan
Gary Bayer
Speaker at Meeting
Earl Billings
Terry
Dennis Bowen
Ted
Sally Brown
Jill
Victor Campos
Dale
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam O'Steen
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Silverman, Maurice Hurley
- Original Score
- Fred Karlin
- Original Title
- Kids Don't Tell
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam O'Steen
Peter Silverman, Maurice Hurley
Fred Karlin
Randy Roberts
Robert W. Christiansen, Rick Rosenberg
Department Leadership Roster
Sam O'Steen
Director
Peter Silverman
Writer
Maurice Hurley
Writer
Randy Roberts
Editor
Fred Karlin
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kids Don't Tell
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kids Don't Tell about?
When a documentary-maker begins to make a film about child sexual abuse, the subject begins to eat into him and affect his relationship with those around him, particularly his wife.
Who directed Kids Don't Tell?
Kids Don't Tell was directed by Sam O'Steen.
Who stars in Kids Don't Tell?
The principal cast of Kids Don't Tell includes Michael Ontkean, JoBeth Williams, Leo Rossi, John Sanderford, Ari Meyers.
When was Kids Don't Tell released and how long is it?
Kids Don't Tell was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Kids Don't Tell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kids Don't Tell was composed by Fred Karlin.