Immediate Family
“The toughest choices are made with the heart.”
Synopsis
Linda and Michael, married for ten years, desperately want a baby and turn to an adoption agency which introduces them to Lucy, a teenage girl expecting her first baby. The three agree that Linda and Michael will adopt Lucy's baby and that Lucy will sign away custody. Things don't go quite to plan however..
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Immediate Family
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-08-19
Top Cast
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Glenn Close
Linda Spector
James Woods
Michael Spector
Mary Stuart Masterson
Lucy Moore
Kevin Dillon
Sam
Linda Darlow
Lawyer Susan Drew
Jane Greer
Michael's Mother
Jessica James
Bessie
Mimi Kennedy
Eli's Mom
Charles Levin
Eli's Dad
Harrison Mohr
Eli
Matthew Moore
Jason
Kristin Sanderson
Kristin (“Picasso”)
Merrilyn Gann
Kristin’s Mom
Wendy Van Riesen
Pregnant Woman
Ashlee MacMilliam
Girl at Puppet Show
Nora Kletter
Girl at Puppet Show
Alisha Bell
Kid on Blanket
Tony Dakota
Kid on Blanket
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 27, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Kaplan
- Screenplay & Story
- Barbara Benedek
- Original Score
- Brad Fiedel
- Original Title
- Immediate Family
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures, Sanford/Pillsbury Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Kaplan
Barbara Benedek
Brad Fiedel
John Lindley
Jane Kurson
Lawrence Kasdan, Sarah Pillsbury, Midge Sanford
Department Leadership Roster
Sarah Pillsbury
Producer
Midge Sanford
Producer
Jane Kurson
Editor
Jonathan Kaplan
Director
Barbara Benedek
Writer
Mark S. Freeborn
Production Design
April Ferry
Costume Design
John Lindley
Director of Photography
Monique Stranan
Costume Design
Brad Fiedel
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Immediate Family
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Immediate Family about?
Linda and Michael, married for ten years, desperately want a baby and turn to an adoption agency which introduces them to Lucy, a teenage girl expecting her first baby. The three agree that Linda and Michael will adopt Lucy's baby and that Lucy will sign away custody. Things don't go quite to plan however..
Who directed Immediate Family?
Immediate Family was directed by Jonathan Kaplan.
Who stars in Immediate Family?
The principal cast of Immediate Family includes Glenn Close, James Woods, Mary Stuart Masterson, Kevin Dillon, Linda Darlow.
When was Immediate Family released and how long is it?
Immediate Family was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Immediate Family?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Immediate Family was composed by Brad Fiedel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Immediate Family?
Immediate Family holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).