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The Children of Times Square

6.319861h 34mMovieTV MovieDramaCrime

An alienated teenage boy runs away from home and ventures to New York City where he falls in with a gang of juvenile delinquents working as drug dealers and pickpockets for a shady crime boss.

DirectorCurtis Hanson
WriterCurtis Hanson
ProducersMarcy Gross·Ann Weston

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Cast · Directed by Curtis Hanson

HRHoward Rollins
Howard Rollins
Otis Travis
JCJoanna Cassidy
Joanna Cassidy
Sue Roberts
DADavid Ackroyd
David Ackroyd
Peter Roberts
LSLarry B. Scott
Larry B. Scott
Skater
JBJason Bernard
Jason Bernard
Lt. Devins
DNDanny Nucci
Danny Nucci
Luis
SGSilvana Gallardo
Silvana Gallardo
Lizette Sotavento (Luis' mother)
JSJoe Spinell
Joe Spinell
Street Vendor
BDBrandon Douglas
Brandon Douglas
Eric Roberts
GOGriffin O'Neal
Griffin O'Neal
Rick
DWDe'voreaux White
De'voreaux White
C.J.
MCMars Callahan
Mars Callahan
Brian (as Gregory 'Mars' Martin)

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The Children of Times Square — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Children of Times Square?

The Children of Times Square is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Children of Times Square on Netflix?

No, The Children of Times Square is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is The Children of Times Square on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Children of Times Square is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Children of Times Square for free?

The Children of Times Square is available on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.