Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "former-child-star"

1. Nope (2022)

R | 130 min | Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi

The residents of a lonely gulch in inland California bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery.

Director: Jordan Peele | Stars: Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Brandon Perea, Michael Wincott

Votes: 267,825 | Gross: $123.28M

2. Jessica Jones (2015–2019)

TV-MA | 56 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Following the tragic end of her brief superhero career, Jessica Jones tries to rebuild her life as a private investigator, dealing with cases involving people with remarkable abilities in New York City.

Stars: Krysten Ritter, Rachael Taylor, Eka Darville, Carrie-Anne Moss

Votes: 227,081

3. Despicable Me 3 (2017)

PG | 89 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Gru meets his long-lost, charming, cheerful, and more successful twin brother Dru, who wants to team up with him for one last criminal heist.

Directors: Kyle Balda, Pierre Coffin, Eric Guillon | Stars: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker, Miranda Cosgrove

Votes: 154,886 | Gross: $264.62M

4. What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962)

Passed | 134 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller

A former child star torments her paraplegic sister in their decaying Hollywood mansion.

Director: Robert Aldrich | Stars: Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, Victor Buono, Wesley Addy

Votes: 62,054 | Gross: $4.05M

5. Bad Behaviour (2023)

109 min | Comedy, Drama, Horror

A former child actress seeking enlightenment at a retreat led by a spiritual leader navigates the close but turbulent relationship with her daughter.

Director: Alice Englert | Stars: Jennifer Connelly, Alice Englert, Ana Scotney, Alistair Sewell

Votes: 583

6. Bloomington (2010)

Not Rated | 83 min | Drama

A coming-of-age drama about a former child actress attending college in search of independence and who ends up becoming romantically involved with a female professor.

Director: Fernanda Cardoso | Stars: Allison McAtee, Sarah Stouffer, Katherine Ann McGregor, Ray Zupp

Votes: 5,944

7. Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003)

PG-13 | 98 min | Comedy

A thirty-something former child star hires a foster family to re-create the childhood he never had.

Director: Sam Weisman | Stars: David Spade, Mary McCormack, Alyssa Milano, Craig Bierko

Votes: 15,653 | Gross: $22.73M

8. Tribute (2009 TV Movie)

TV-PG | 90 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance

A former child star buys her grandmother's house to rescue it from ruin but her hope for serenity is soon eclipsed by haunting dreams of her famous grandmother, who died of a supposed overdose in the house more than 30 years ago.

Director: Martha Coolidge | Stars: Brittany Murphy, Jason Lewis, Christian Oliver, Diana Scarwid

Votes: 1,606

9. Life with Mikey (1993)

PG | 91 min | Comedy, Family

A once-popular actor who now runs a talent agency specializing in child acts is trying to discover the next star. He gets more than he bargained for when he recruits a child pickpocket.

Director: James Lapine | Stars: Michael J. Fox, Christina Vidal, Nathan Lane, Cyndi Lauper

Votes: 6,572 | Gross: $12.44M

10. A Talking Cat!?! (2013)

Not Rated | 85 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

A sassy feline helps a family resolve its problems.

Director: David DeCoteau | Stars: Johnny Whitaker, Kristine DeBell, Justin Cone, Janis Valdez

Votes: 1,815

11. Heat (1972)

R | 102 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Spoof of the casual sexual adventures of a one-time child actor in Hollywood. It also involves a bratty on-again, off-again lesbian character.

Director: Paul Morrissey | Stars: Joe Dallesandro, Sylvia Miles, Andrea Feldman, Pat Ast

Votes: 1,895

12. 'Til There Was You (1997)

PG-13 | 113 min | Romance, Comedy

Two strangers, whose paths are always crossing, finally meet when fate steps in.

Director: Scott Winant | Stars: Jeanne Tripplehorn, Dylan McDermott, John Plumpis, Janel Moloney

Votes: 3,008 | Gross: $3.48M

13. Trust Me (2013)

R | 90 min | Comedy, Drama

In an attempt to sign a Hollywood starlet, struggling talent agent and former child star Howard Holloway must contend with her volatile father, a scheming long-time rival, and a producer and casting director who despise him.

Director: Clark Gregg | Stars: Clark Gregg, Felicity Huffman, Allison Janney, William H. Macy

Votes: 3,609

14. Gigantic (2010–2011)

TV-PG | 30 min | Drama, Family

Anna Moore and her friends were born into A-list Hollywood. When your parents are hugely famous, being in the spotlight is awesome... unless you, make a mistake... or fall in love.

Stars: Tony Oller, Ryan Rottman, Grace Gummer, Jolene Purdy

Votes: 301

15. Life After the Navigator (2020)

91 min | Documentary

A documentary that not only celebrates the classic film Flight of the Navigator (1986), but also looks at the life of its child star, Joey Cramer.

Director: Lisa Downs | Stars: Joey Cramer, Veronica Cartwright, Cliff De Young, Howard Hesseman

Votes: 528

16. Desperation Boulevard (1998)

90 min | Comedy

A former child star tries to get her career back in Hollywood.

Director: Greg Glienna | Stars: Judy Tenuta, Michael Lerner, Erin Moran, Wil Shriner

Votes: 101

17. The Power Within (1995 Video)

PG-13 | 97 min | Action

Stan Dryer, a teen afraid to even ask a girl to the prom, finds courage and extreme martial arts skill when he is given a ring by an old man he tried to save from a group of attackers. The ... See full summary »

Director: Art Camacho | Stars: Ted Jan Roberts, Karen Valentine, Keith Coogan, John O'Hurley

Votes: 384

18. My Days of Glory (2019)

98 min | Comedy

An actor who enjoyed success in his youth finds his career and life in a downward spiral as he gets older.

Director: Antoine de Bary | Stars: Vincent Lacoste, Emmanuelle Devos, Christopher Lambert, Noée Abita

Votes: 572

19. Traumfrauen (2015)

109 min | Comedy

The story of three young women and one older one (the mother of two of the others), who are looking for love and romance.

Director: Anika Decker | Stars: Hannah Herzsprung, Karoline Herfurth, Palina Rojinski, Iris Berben

Votes: 2,727

20. Red Carpet (III) (2014)

117 min | Comedy, Romance

Adult movie director Jung-Woo dreams of working as a regular commercial film director. Eun-Soo is a commercial film actress, who began her career when she was a child. After Jung-Woo meets Eun-Soo he faces enormous changes in his life.

Director: Park Beom-su | Stars: Son Byung-wook, Hwang Chan-sung, Yoon Da-kyung, Jo Dal-hwan

Votes: 305

21. The Junior Defenders (2007)

Not Rated | 82 min | Comedy

A deranged fan goes on a mission to kidnap the former cast of a 1970s kids superhero show in order to produce his own episode.

Director: Keith Spiegel | Stars: Ally Sheedy, Brian O'Halloran, Justin Henry, Jason David Frank

Votes: 192

22. 50 Cutest Child Stars: All Grown Up (2005 TV Movie)

120 min | Documentary

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Director: Dan Riley | Stars: Keshia Knight Pulliam, Candace Cameron Bure, Clay Adkins, Tatyana Ali

Votes: 85

23. Everybody Loves Baby Wendy (2018)

87 min | Comedy

Wendy, a former child performer, lost her star after her tantrum went public. She grows up thinking that the world still loves her. Forced to provide to her family, she tries to reclaim her... See full summary »

Directors: Alan Chanliongco, Wenn V. Deramas | Stars: Alex Gonzaga, JC De Vera, Matt Evans, Tetchie Agbayani

Votes: 22

24. Akropol (1996)

125 min | Musical, Drama

This musical shows of the Acropole dominated Greek theater during the 1950s and 60s. Acropole follows Prince, the self-made producer of this unusual and mythic theater, and Lakis, the ... See full summary »

Director: Pantelis Voulgaris | Stars: Lefteris Voyatzis, Stavros Paravas, Konstantinos Tzoumas, Themis Bazaka

Votes: 177

25. The Hour Glass (2017)

Short, Drama

Former child star must take control of her life while struggling with addiction, friendships and self worth.

Director: James M. Perry | Stars: Samantha Herrera, B Sanchez, Emma Orelove, Elroy Martinez Jr.

26. Moon Over Manhattan (1935)

17 min | Short, Comedy, Musical

A farm girl visits her fashion model cousin in New York and is discovered by an artist.

Director: Al Christie | Stars: Sylvia Froos, Warren Hull, Fred Hillebrand, Brandon Evans

Votes: 17

27. Winter Grae (2024)

Horror | Post-production

A screenlife film featuring an internet streamer looking to boost her following by reacting live to a dark web documentary. Previously thought to be lost to the DarkNet, she reacts to ... See full summary »

Director: Enoch Nelson | Stars: Jacqueline Olivia Valera, Joe Hammerstone, Zoey Wang, Guy Stephens

28. Who Wants to Be Governor of California: The Debating Game (2003 TV Special)

60 min | Comedy, Game-Show

Six celebrity and underdog candidates in the recall election to oust California Governor Gray Davis compete for a chance to win $21,200, the largest single donation allowed by law.

Stars: Badi Badiozamani, Mary Carey, Gary Coleman, Trek Thunder Kelly

Votes: 10

29. CHiPs (1977–1983)
Episode: Family Crisis (1978)

TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Ponch intervenes when he suspects Jon's young nephew of joyriding in stolen cars. An overeager officer is obsessed with recovering a stolen movie stunt car being employed for diamond heists. Ponch trades in his motor home for an apartment.

Director: Phil Bondelli | Stars: Larry Wilcox, Erik Estrada, Robert Pine, Christopher Knight

Votes: 107

30. Drake & Josh (2004–2007)
Episode: Helen's Surgery (2005)

TV-Y7 | 25 min | Comedy, Family

When eye surgery leaves Helen temporarily blind and in Josh's care, Drake throws a private party in her apartment.

Director: Adam Weissman | Stars: Drake Bell, Josh Peck, Nancy Sullivan, Jonathan Goldstein

Votes: 290

31. Greg the Bunny (2002–2004)
Episode: Jimmy Drives Gil Crazy (2004)

TV-14 | Comedy

The cast and crew of 'Sweetknuckle Junction' observe in shock and confusion after wrongly assuming that Jimmy is involved in a high speed chase with the LA PD after Corey Feldman steals ... See full summary »

Director: Peter Lauer | Stars: Eugene Levy, Seth Green, Bob Gunton, Sarah Silverman

Votes: 33

32. Married... with Children (1987–1997)
Episode: You Better Shop Around: Part 2 (1991)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

The Bundys and Darcys shop 'til they drop to see who will win $1000 in groceries. Needless to say, Marquis of Queensbury rules will not apply.

Director: Linda Day | Stars: Ed O'Neill, Katey Sagal, Amanda Bearse, Christina Applegate

Votes: 702

33. Mod Squad (1968–1973)
Episode: Belinda, End of Little Miss Bubble Gum (1972)

TV-PG | 60 min | Action, Crime, Drama

The squad must determine if a former child star is a klutz or a target for murder.

Director: Seymour Robbie | Stars: Michael Cole, Clarence Williams III, Peggy Lipton, Tige Andrews

Votes: 29

34. The Simpsons (1989– )
Episode: Eight Misbehavin' (1999)

TV-14 | 30 min | Animation, Comedy

Apu struggles with fatherhood after Manjula gives birth to octuplets.

Directors: Jim Reardon, Steven Dean Moore | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Votes: 2,023

35. Starsky and Hutch (1975–1979)
Episode: The Collector (1977)

TV-14 | 60 min | Action, Crime, Drama

An acrophobic former child star, turned loan shark, suddenly finds herself working with a new collector with a hidden agenda.

Director: Ivan Nagy | Stars: David Soul, Paul Michael Glaser, Antonio Fargas, Bernie Hamilton

Votes: 230

36. The Simpsons (1989– )
Episode: Last Tap Dance in Springfield (2000)

TV-PG | 30 min | Animation, Comedy

Lisa has difficulties learning to tap dance; Bart and Milhouse ditch summer camp to spend a week living in the mall.

Directors: Jim Reardon, Nancy Kruse | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Votes: 1,938

37. Toon in with Me (2021– )
Episode: Hazardous Henry (2021)

TV-PG | Animation, Comedy

Bill's past career as a 1960s child star is brought to light. Cartoons include Hot Cross Bunny (1948), Puttin' on the Dog (1944), Females Is Fickle (1940), Symphony in Slang (1951), and Trip for Tat (1960).

Director: Mike Schmiedeler | Stars: Bill Leff, Kevin Fleming, Leila Gorstein

Votes: 6

38. Toon in with Me (2021– )
Episode: Hazardous Henry vs. Perilous Perry (2021)

TV-PG | Animation, Comedy

Bill gets caught up in a copyright infringement lawsuit when a new sitcom rips off his cult 1960s sitcom "Hazardous Henry". Featured cartoons are Upswept Hare (1953), Timid Tabby (1957), Onion Pacific (1940), The Unexpected Pest (1956), and Porky's Pet (1936).

Director: Mike Schmiedeler | Stars: Bill Leff, Kevin Fleming, Leila Gorstein

39. Toon in with Me (2021– )
Episode: Bring a Kid to Work Day (2021)

TV-PG | Animation, Comedy

Confusion abounds as Toony brings a spunky orphan to work, parents visit the show, and Bill is haunted by a childhood trauma. Cartoons are From Hare to Heir (1960), Tee for Two (1945), The Film Fan (1939), The Dixie Fryer (1960), and Dog Gone People (1960).

Director: Mike Schmiedeler | Stars: Bill Leff, Kevin Fleming, Leila Gorstein

Votes: 6

40. Toon in with Me (2021– )
Episode: Hazardous Henry the Final Episode (2021)

TV-PG | Animation, Comedy

Bill and Toony watch the final, unaired episode of the sitcom "Hazardous Henry".

Director: Mike Schmiedeler | Stars: Bill Leff, Kevin Fleming, Leila Gorstein

Votes: 6

41. Senzo: Murder of a Soccer Star (2022)
Episode: A New Theory (2022)

TV-MA | Documentary, Crime, Mystery

As years pass with no progress on the case, a popular but controversial social media account presents a startling new theory that gains traction.

Director: Sara Blecher | Stars: Senzo Meyiwa, Robert Marawa, Graeme Hosken, Gerrie Nel

Votes: 17

42. The L.A. Complex (2012)
Episode: Half Way (2012)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Connor deceives Jennifer in order to keep his makeshift family intact. Raquel starts pulling the puppet strings of her new castmates. Abby's relationship drama causes major problems in her professional life. Nick and Sabrina square off.

Director: Bruce McDonald | Stars: Jonathan Patrick Moore, Joe Dinicol, Andra Fuller, Dayle McLeod

Votes: 38

43. Snapped: Killer Couples (2013– )
Episode: Jennifer Henderson & Skylar Deleon (2013)

TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary, Crime

A devout evangelical housewife and a former child star devise a scandalous murder plot that ends with a bizarre attempt at a sex change operation.

Director: Gregory Kohn | Stars: Maria Albani-Cook, Tyra Tucker Haag, Keith A. Leitner, William J. Mode

Votes: 11

44. Major Crimes (2012–2018)
Episode: Acting Out (2014)

Not Rated | 42 min | Action, Crime, Drama

A former teen actor is murdered while working on his big comeback movie, and things become awkward between Raydor and Flynn when Flynn's daughter comes for a visit.

Director: Sheelin Choksey | Stars: Mary McDonnell, G.W. Bailey, Tony Denison, Michael Paul Chan

Votes: 276

45. The Adventures of the Crimson Chin and Cleft the Boy Chin Wonder (2001)
Episode: Arch Enemy (2001)

Not Rated | Animation, Short, Family

While taking a break from crime-fighting, the Crimson Chin and Cleft's break were rudely interrupted by the Gilded Arches.

Director: Butch Hartman | Star: Daran Norris

46. The Joe Rogan Experience (2009– )
Macaulay Culkin (2018 Podcast Episode)

TV-MA | 108 min | Comedy, Talk-Show

Joe Rogan enjoys a light and jokey conversation with ex-child star Macaulay Culkin, talking about show business, making funny voices.

Stars: Joe Rogan, Macaulay Culkin

Votes: 29