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When the Bough Breaks

5.819941h 45mRMovieThriller

A police detective investigates the apparent serial killing of several children which is linked to an institutionalized, autistic child.

DirectorMichael Cohn
WriterMichael Cohn
ProducersBarbara Javitz·Barry L. Collier

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Cast · Directed by Michael Cohn

AWAlly Walker
Ally Walker
Special Investigator Audrey Macleah
MSMartin Sheen
Martin Sheen
Captain Swaggert
RPRon Perlman
Ron Perlman
Dr. Douglas Eben
TSTara Subkoff
Tara Subkoff
Jordan Thomas
RKRobert Knepper
Robert Knepper
Lt. Jimmy Creedmore
SLScott Lawrence
Scott Lawrence
Sergeant Footman
DW
Dick Welsbacher
Coroner Vince Hess
JC
John P. Connolly
Sergeant Belvin
JM
James Medina
Sergeant Delarand (as Jimmy Medina)
RR
Ron Recasner
Dr. Singer
JD
Juan Antonio Devoto
Danny
CDChristopher Doyle
Christopher Doyle
Howard Speckett

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When the Bough Breaks — streaming FAQ

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When the Bough Breaks is streaming on Plex in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is When the Bough Breaks on Netflix?

No, When the Bough Breaks is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is When the Bough Breaks on Amazon Prime Video?

When the Bough Breaks isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch When the Bough Breaks for free?

When the Bough Breaks is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in United Kingdom.