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Action & AdventureFantasy13+ (PG-13)19861h 34m
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The Golden Child (1986)

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6/10
58.4K Votes
Action & Adventure Fantasy Rated: 13+ (PG-13)19861h 34m

A private detective specializing in missing children is charged with the task of finding a special child whom dark forces want to eliminate.The Golden Child featuring Eddie Murphy and Charles Dance is streaming on MAX, streaming with subscription on Paramount+ (Via Prime Video), streaming with subscription on DIRECTV Stream, and 5 others. It's an action & adventure and fantasy movie with an average IMDb audience rating of 6.0 (58,405 votes).

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Currently you are able to watch The Golden Child streaming on MAX (Via Hulu), MAX, Paramount+ (Via Prime Video), DIRECTV Stream, and MAX (Via Prime Video). It is also possible to buy The Golden Child on Prime Video, VUDU, iTunes, Microsoft Store, and Apple TV or rent it on Prime Video, VUDU, iTunes, Microsoft Store, and Apple TV.

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The Golden Child is a unique blend of Fantasy, Comedy, Mystery, and Action & Adventure genres, offering a diverse viewing experience that caters to a wide range of audience preferences.

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The movie's plot is intriguing, revolving around a private detective specializing in missing children, who is tasked with finding a special child targeted by dark forces. This narrative promises suspense, humor, and fantastical elements.

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Despite being released in 1986, The Golden Child's cinematography and visual effects are impressive, contributing to the overall enjoyment and immersion of the movie.

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#13,226 Ranked Movie

#334 Ranked in Movies on Paramount+

#368 Ranked in Fantasy Movies

#813 Ranked in Political Movies

The Golden Child has an average IMDb audience rating of 6.0 (58,405 votes). The movie is somewhat popular with Reelgood users lately.

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A private detective specializing in missing children is charged with the task of finding a special child whom dark forces want to eliminate.

Age rating: 13+ (PG-13)
Runtime: 1h 34m

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Related Genres: Action & AdventureFantasy
Related Tags: ReligionPoliticalWar
Country of origin: America
Available to watch on: MAXParamount+DIRECTV STREAM
Original Release Date: Dec 12, 1986