Orphans (1987 film)

Orphans
Theatrical release poster
Directed byAlan J. Pakula
Written byLyle Kessler
Based onOrphans by Lyle Kessler
Produced byAlan J. Pakula
Susan Solt
Starring
CinematographyDonald McAlpine
Edited byEvan A. Lottman
Music byMichael Small
Distributed byLorimar Motion Pictures
Release date
  • 18 September 1987 (1987-09-18)
Running time
115 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$15 million
Box office$252,430

Orphans is a 1987 American drama film directed by Alan J. Pakula. Written by Lyle Kessler, based on his 1983 play of the same name, the film follows two orphaned brothers (Matthew Modine and Kevin Anderson) as they navigate life on their own.