The Golden Child
After a Tibetan boy, the mystical Golden Child, is kidnapped by the evil Sardo Numspa, humankind's fate hangs in the balance. On the other side of the world in Los Angeles, the priestess Kee Nang seeks the Chosen One, who will save the boy from death. When Nang sees social worker Chandler Jarrell on television discussing his ability to find missing children, she solicits his expertise, despite his skepticism over being "chosen."
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Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Golden Child
Where can I watch The Golden Child in the United States?
The Golden Child is available to stream on Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Golden Child for free?
The Golden Child streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Golden Child?
The Golden Child scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Golden Child?
The Golden Child stars Eddie Murphy, Charles Dance, Charlotte Lewis, J.L. Reate, and Victor Wong. Michael Ritchie is the director.
How long is The Golden Child?
The Golden Child runs 1h 34m (94 minutes).
When did The Golden Child come out?
The Golden Child was released on December 12, 1986.
Which studio made The Golden Child?
The Golden Child was produced by Eddie Murphy Productions, Feldman/Meeker Productions, and Paramount Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Golden Child?
The Golden Child was made on a budget of $25,000,000.
How much did The Golden Child make at the box office?
The Golden Child grossed $79,817,939 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.
What languages is The Golden Child in?
The Golden Child is in English, Mandarin, and Tibetan, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.