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The Broken Cord

6.319921h 40mMovieDramaTV Movie

Fact-based story of an idealistic single dad who discovers that his beloved Native American adopted son is afflicted with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and complicates his life with the woman who becomes his wife.

DirectorKen Olin
WritersMichael Dorris·Ann Beckett
ProducerAlan Barnette

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Cast · Directed by Ken Olin

JSJimmy Smits
Jimmy Smits
David Norwell
KDKim Delaney
Kim Delaney
Suzanne Lefever
FL
Fredrick Leader-Charge
Adam 1
MSMichael Spears
Michael Spears
Adam 2
FB
Frank Burning
Adam 3
DDDeborah Duchêne
Deborah Duchêne
Allison Chapman
RTRaoul Max Trujillo
Raoul Max Trujillo
Emil Bear Heart
BMBilly Merasty
Billy Merasty
Frank Cree
KD
Keith Dinicol
Harris McPhee
ASAugust Schellenberg
August Schellenberg
Duane Buckanagee
GA
Genevieve Appleton
Pamela
CJChapelle Jaffe
Chapelle Jaffe
Judy Jensen

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The Broken Cord — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Broken Cord?

The Broken Cord isn't streaming anywhere in India yet.

Is The Broken Cord on Netflix?

No, The Broken Cord is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

Is The Broken Cord on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Broken Cord isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch The Broken Cord for free?

The Broken Cord isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Broken Cord?

The Broken Cord hasn't started streaming in India yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 23, 1992. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.