The Kid From Nowhere
Synopsis
A single mother is overprotective of her mentally challenged son, which has made him angry and difficult, while she denies herself a social life. Things change for the better when the boy gains self-esteem training for the Special Olympics, and his mother learns to let go.
Top Cast
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Susan Saint James
Samantha 'Sam' Kandal
Beau Bridges
Bud Herren
Loretta Swit
Caroline Baker
Ricky Wittman
John Kandal
Janet MacLachlan
Linda Killian
Fred Dryer
Larry Kandal
René Auberjonois
Howard
Nicholas Pryor
Greg Baker Sr.
Lynn Carlin
Molly Edward
Pat Petersen
Greg Baker Jr.
Andrew Parks
James Leonard
Khalif Bobatoon
Joey
Edith Fields
Gift Shop Customer
Rafer Johnson
Self
Lucinda Jany
Wanda
Michael Farrell
Mike
Casey Bridges
Sean
Judith Bridges
Alice
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Beau Bridges
- Screenplay & Story
- Judy Farrell
- Original Score
- Garry Sherman
- Original Title
- The Kid From Nowhere
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Casada Productions, Cates/Bridges Productions, Film Jamel Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Beau Bridges
Judy Farrell
Garry Sherman
John A. Alonzo
Melvin Shapiro
Gilbert Cates
Department Leadership Roster
John A. Alonzo
Director of Photography
Judy Farrell
Writer
Beau Bridges
Director
Melvin Shapiro
Editor
Gilbert Cates
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Kid From Nowhere
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Kid From Nowhere about?
A single mother is overprotective of her mentally challenged son, which has made him angry and difficult, while she denies herself a social life. Things change for the better when the boy gains self-esteem training for the Special Olympics, and his mother learns to let go.
Who directed The Kid From Nowhere?
The Kid From Nowhere was directed by Beau Bridges.
Who stars in The Kid From Nowhere?
The principal cast of The Kid From Nowhere includes Susan Saint James, Beau Bridges, Loretta Swit, Ricky Wittman, Janet MacLachlan.
When was The Kid From Nowhere released and how long is it?
The Kid From Nowhere was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Kid From Nowhere?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Kid From Nowhere was composed by Garry Sherman.