The Kindred
Amanda's deathbed request to her son, John, was for him to destroy all the lab notes etc. from her last experiment. She also blurts out he had a brother. At the funeral John meets Melissa, who claims to be his mother's biggest fan. Together with some of John's friends they go to Amanda's house, but none are prepared for what they find there.
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Streaming now in the United States on AMC+ and Shudder.
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Where can I watch The Kindred in the United States?
The Kindred is available to stream on AMC+ and Shudder in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Kindred for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Kindred needs a subscription to AMC+ and Shudder.
What are the ratings for The Kindred?
The Kindred scores 6.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Kindred?
The Kindred stars David Allen Brooks, Rod Steiger, Amanda Pays, Talia Balsam, and Kim Hunter. Jeffrey Obrow is the director and Stephen Carpenter is the director.
How long is The Kindred?
The Kindred runs 1h 33m (93 minutes).
When did The Kindred come out?
The Kindred was released on January 9, 1987.
Which studio made The Kindred?
The Kindred was produced by Kindred Limited Partnership in the United States.
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