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The Wrong Child
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The Wrong Child

2016-06-26 · 87 min · ★ 4.9

Thriller · TV Movie

A wealthy woman who's married to a successful architect welcomes her husband's alleged son into the family after he appears on their doorstep, but she soon discovers the mysterious teen is a dangerous sociopath with a grudge.

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Directors
David DeCoteau
Production companies
Rapid Heart Pictures, Hybrid, Lifetime
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Vivica A. FoxVivica A. FoxRenee
Gary DanielsGary DanielsCharles
Tracy NelsonTracy NelsonJoyce
Stevanna JacksonStevanna JacksonAmy
Robbie DavidsonRobbie DavidsonAndrew
Johnny WhitakerJohnny WhitakerMr. Haight
Helene UdyHelene UdyJanine
Jason FauntJason FauntEddie
Alissa LatowAlissa LatowDarci
Jackie ChristieJackie ChristieMs. Cabot
Jamel KingAlex
Christian López LamelasLab Tech
Bradley BundlieBradley BundlieOwen

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