Storyline
Fact-based drama about the life of Marie Balter, who spent most of her young life in mental institutions. At age 16, she first attempted suicide and the next 20 years she spent in and out of the institutions. At last, a caring doctor started treating her for extreme depression and panic disorder. Weened from strong medications she had taken all her life, at age 36, she emerged for the last time and started a rehabilitation program in the home of a volunteer married couple. There she met a fellow patient with whom she developed a romantic relationship. She also started a college degree. This followed with a long-term professional success in the field of mental health.
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Cast & Crew
Marlo Thomas
Marie Balter
Ray Baker
Joe Balter
Caroline Kava
Dr. Blackwell
Kathy Baker
Lucy Stavros
Campbell Lane
Mr. Edmond
Vanessa Santos
Little Marie
Donna Ford
Marie at 16
William Nunn
Pa
Stefania DeStefanis
Ma Bartello
Karen Elizabeth Austin
Natural Mother
Garwin Sanford
Dr. Pitteo
Joseph Golland
Dr. Potts
Frequently Asked Questions
Nobody's Child was released on April 5, 1986.
The runtime of Nobody's Child is 1h 40m.
Nobody's Child is a Drama, TV Movie movie.
Nobody's Child has a rating of 7.4 out of 10 on TMDB.
Nobody's Child is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Nobody's Child was directed by Lee Grant.
The main cast of Nobody's Child includes Marlo Thomas, Ray Baker, Caroline Kava.
Nobody's Child is originally in English.