The Inheritance
“An intimate story of a courageous family”
Synopsis
This haunting, personal film offers a firsthand perspective on the hereditary neurodegenerative Huntington’s Disease. The condition typically shows up in mid-adult life, and DNA testing has shown Wellington film editor and screenwriter Bridget Lyon is likely to fall prey. She and her husband, director Jeff McDonald, are forced to face the disease’s horrors head-on while watching her mother’s deterioration.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeffrey McDonald
- Screenplay & Story
- Bridget Lyon
- Original Title
- The Inheritance
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeffrey McDonald
Bridget Lyon
Bridget Lyon
Jeffrey McDonald
Department Leadership Roster
Jeffrey McDonald
Director
Jeffrey McDonald
Producer
Bridget Lyon
Editor
Bridget Lyon
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Inheritance.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring The Inheritance.
list13
Similar Titles to The Inheritance
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
7.8
6.3
6.5
6.1
6.5
9.0
5.0
7.3
10.0
More Like The Inheritance
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Inheritance
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Inheritance about?
This haunting, personal film offers a firsthand perspective on the hereditary neurodegenerative Huntington’s Disease. The condition typically shows up in mid-adult life, and DNA testing has shown Wellington film editor and screenwriter Bridget Lyon is likely to fall prey. She and her husband, director Jeff McDonald, are forced to face the disease’s horrors head-on while watching her mother’s deterioration.
Who directed The Inheritance?
The Inheritance was directed by Jeffrey McDonald.
Who stars in The Inheritance?
The principal cast of The Inheritance includes Bridget Lyon, Deborah Eve Rea, Edward Wild.
When was The Inheritance released and how long is it?
The Inheritance was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.