Changeling(2008)
“To find her son, she did what no one else dared.”
Overview
Los Angeles, 1928. When single mother Christine Collins leaves for work, her son vanishes without a trace. Five months later, the police reunite mother and son. But when Christine suspects that the boy returned to her isn't her child, her quest for truth exposes a world of corruption.
Director
Clint Eastwood
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$55M
Revenue
$113M
Cast
Angelina Jolie
as Christine Collins
John Malkovich
as Rev. Gustav Briegleb
Jeffrey Donovan
as Captain J.J. Jones
Michael Kelly
as Detective Lester Ybarra
Colm Feore
as Chief James E. Davis
Jason Butler Harner
as Gordon Northcott
Amy Ryan
as Carol Dexter
Geoff Pierson
as S.S. Hahn
Denis O'Hare
as Dr. Jonathan Steele
Frank Wood
as Ben Harris
Peter Gerety
as Dr. Earl W. Tarr
Reed Birney
as Mayor Cryer
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2008
Runtime
2h 22m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Budget
$55M
Box Office
$113M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • Imagine Entertainment • Relativity Media
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Changeling?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Changeling (2008).
What is Changeling about?▼
Los Angeles, 1928. When single mother Christine Collins leaves for work, her son vanishes without a trace. Five months later, the police reunite mother and son. But when Christine suspects that the boy returned to her isn't her child, her quest for truth exposes a world of corruption.
Who directed Changeling?▼
Changeling was directed by Clint Eastwood and released in 2008. It is a crime, drama, mystery film.
How long is Changeling?▼
Changeling has a runtime of 2 hours and 22 minutes (142 minutes total).
Who stars in Changeling?▼
The cast of Changeling includes Angelina Jolie as Christine Collins, John Malkovich as Rev. Gustav Briegleb, Jeffrey Donovan as Captain J.J. Jones, Michael Kelly as Detective Lester Ybarra, Colm Feore as Chief James E. Davis and more.
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