Overview

A disturbed young boy whose parents have recently died begins worshipping a stuffed chimp god as his relationship with his aunt/guardian becomes increasingly toxic. "Suggested by the short story 'Sredni Vashtar' by Saki (H. H. Munro)", per the credits.

Cast

Mark Owens, Afolabi Ajayi, Stanley Church, Malachy McCourt, Joanna Miles, Peggy Feury, Eleanor Stewart, Jane House

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What is "The Orphan" about?

A disturbed young boy whose parents have recently died begins worshipping a stuffed chimp god as his relationship with his aunt/guardian becomes increasingly toxic. "Suggested by the short story 'Sredni Vashtar' by Saki (H. H. Munro)", per the credits.

When was "The Orphan" released?

The Orphan was released in 1979.

Who stars in "The Orphan"?

The cast includes Mark Owens, Afolabi Ajayi, Stanley Church, Malachy McCourt.