The Children
“...thank God they're somebody else's!”
Synopsis
A nuclear-plant leak turns a bus-load of children into murderous atomic zombies with black fingernails.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Children (1980) [Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray Promo Trailer]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-11-23
Top Cast
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Martin Shakar
John Freemont
Gil Rogers
Sheriff Billy Hart
Gale Garnett
Cathy Freemont
Clara Evans
Jenny Freemont
Jeptha Evans
Paul MacKenzie
Julie Carrier
Janet Shore
Sarah Albright
Ellen Chandler
Nathanael Albright
Tommy Button
Jessie Abrams
Clarkie
Tracy Griswold
Deputy Harry Timmons
Joy Glaccum
Suzie MacKenzie
Michelle LaMothe
Dr. Joyce Gould
Suzanne Barnes
Leslie Button
Rita Montone
Dee Dee Shore
John P. Codiglia
Jackson Lane
Michael Carrier
Bob Chandler
Diane Deckard
Rita Chandler
June Berry
Waitress
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 13, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Kalmanowicz
- Screenplay & Story
- Carlton J. Albright, Edward Terry
- Original Score
- Harry Manfredini
- Original Title
- The Children
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Albright Films Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Kalmanowicz
Carlton J. Albright, Edward Terry
Harry Manfredini
Barry Abrams
Carlton J. Albright, Max Kalmanowicz
Department Leadership Roster
Max Kalmanowicz
Director
Carlton J. Albright
Producer
Max Kalmanowicz
Producer
Harry Manfredini
Original Music Composer
Barry Abrams
Director of Photography
Carlton J. Albright
Screenplay
Edward Terry
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Children
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Children about?
A nuclear-plant leak turns a bus-load of children into murderous atomic zombies with black fingernails.
Who directed The Children?
The Children was directed by Max Kalmanowicz.
Who stars in The Children?
The principal cast of The Children includes Martin Shakar, Gil Rogers, Gale Garnett, Clara Evans, Jeptha Evans.
When was The Children released and how long is it?
The Children was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Children?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Children was composed by Harry Manfredini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Children?
The Children holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).