The Kindred

Where to Watch The Kindred (1987) (Legally)

John's got a half brother... half human... half something else!
Jan 9, 1987 US 93 min 18
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What to expect (spoiler-free)

Here’s what to expect from “ (1987), without spoilers.

It sits in the Horror, Science Fiction space and is paced for about 93 minutes.

Cast highlights include David Allen Brooks, Rod Steiger, Amanda Pays, Talia Balsam.

For families, checking the local age rating is recommended before watching.

Topics & keywords

monster, experiment, genetics, mutant, gore, laboratory, creature, scientist, death of mother, human experiment

Official trailer

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Plot

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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Main cast

David Allen Brooks
as John Hollins
Rod Steiger
as Dr. Phillip Lloyd
Amanda Pays
as Melissa Leftridge
Talia Balsam
as Sharon Raymond
Kim Hunter
as Amanda Hollins
Timothy Gibbs
as Hart Phillips
Peter Frechette
as Brad Baxter
Julia Montgomery
as Cindy Russell
Bunky Jones
as Nell Valentine (as Bunki Z)