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The Space Children

4.219581h 9mMovieScience Fiction

A glowing brain-like creature arrives on a beach near a rocket test site via a teleportation beam. The alien communicates telepathically with the children of scientists. The kids start doing the alien's bidding as the adults try to find out what's happening to their unruly offspring.

DirectorJack Arnold
WritersBernard C. Schoenfeld·Tom Filer
ProducerWilliam Alland

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jack Arnold

MRMichel Ray
Michel Ray
Bud Brewster
AWAdam Williams
Adam Williams
Dave Brewster
PWPeggy Webber
Peggy Webber
Ann Brewster
JW
John Washbrook
Tim
JCJackie Coogan
Jackie Coogan
Hank Johnson
RSRichard Shannon
Richard Shannon
Col. Manley
RBRaymond Bailey
Raymond Bailey
Dr. Wahrman
SDSandy Descher
Sandy Descher
Eadie Johnson
LPLarry Pennell
Larry Pennell
Maj. Thomas
PBPeter Baldwin
Peter Baldwin
Mr. James
THTy Hungerford
Ty Hungerford
Sentry
RJRussell Johnson
Russell Johnson
Joe Gamble

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The Space Children — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Space Children?

The Space Children isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Space Children on Netflix?

No, The Space Children is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.

Is The Space Children on Amazon Prime Video?

The Space Children isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Space Children for free?

The Space Children isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.