Child's Play
Synopsis
A neighborhood boy might have the solution to his problems, though. For two silver candlesticks, he promises to give Conrad a rare, vicious, growling and cunning animal with supernatural abilities, which supposedly was coveted in the past by Egyptian pharaohs, Borneo pirates and even Napoleon Bonaparte himself. Eventually the trade is made, Conrad gets the creature.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 17, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amy Rose Bloch
- Screenplay & Story
- Amy Rose Bloch, John Farrell, Hector Hugh Munro
- Original Score
- Katherine Quittner, Katherine Verisa
- Original Title
- Child's Play
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amy Rose Bloch
Amy Rose Bloch, John Farrell, Hector Hugh Munro
Katherine Quittner, Katherine Verisa
Gary Wagner
Ann P. Ryan
Stanley M. Brooks
Department Leadership Roster
Gary Wagner
Director of Photography
Joseph T. Garrity
Production Design
Amy Rose Bloch
Director
Amy Rose Bloch
Writer
John Farrell
Writer
Hector Hugh Munro
Writer
Stanley M. Brooks
Producer
Ann P. Ryan
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Child's Play
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Child's Play about?
A neighborhood boy might have the solution to his problems, though. For two silver candlesticks, he promises to give Conrad a rare, vicious, growling and cunning animal with supernatural abilities, which supposedly was coveted in the past by Egyptian pharaohs, Borneo pirates and even Napoleon Bonaparte himself. Eventually the trade is made, Conrad gets the creature.
Who directed Child's Play?
Child's Play was directed by Amy Rose Bloch.
Who stars in Child's Play?
The principal cast of Child's Play includes Paul Schoeman, Savannah Bentley, Bill Barrett, Frank Birney, Georgia Dell.
When was Child's Play released and how long is it?
Child's Play was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Child's Play?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Child's Play was composed by Katherine Quittner, Katherine Verisa.