Little Monsters (2012)
A haunting crime drama exploring what happens when two child killers are released into society under new identities at age eighteen.
Little Monsters - Movie Information
Little Monsters - Plot
James and Carl were only 10 years old when they kidnapped and murdered 3 year old David McClendon. They were caught, tried, convicted and placed in separate juvenile facilities. At 18-years old, both are given new names and released back into society - much to the horror of the nation. They can have no contact with each other or with their past friends or relatives. The story follows the lives of these two boys as they try to start over, escape the past and survive the growing outcry following their release.
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Little Monsters - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- David Schmoeller
Main Cast
- Clarence Gilyard Jr.
- Michael Vara
- Michael Tylo
- David Schmoeller
Writers
- David Schmoeller
Producers
- May May Luong
- David Schmoeller
Little Monsters - FAQs
Where can you stream Little Monsters (2012)?
Little Monsters (2012) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be watched free on Xumo Play, Fawesome, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. Paid rental and purchase options are available through Amazon Video.
Is Little Monsters (2012) based on a true story?
Yes, Little Monsters (2012) draws clear inspiration from the real-life 1993 murder of toddler James Bulger in the UK, committed by two ten-year-old boys. The film fictionalizes the events but closely mirrors the case's core elements, including the killers' eventual release under new identities.
Who directed Little Monsters (2012)?
Little Monsters (2012) was directed by David Schmoeller, who also wrote the screenplay and served as a producer on the film. Schmoeller is known for his work in genre cinema, including the cult horror film Tourist Trap (1979) and the original Puppet Master (1989).
What is Little Monsters (2012) about?
The film follows James and Carl, who murdered a three-year-old boy when they were ten. Released at eighteen under new identities, they attempt to rebuild their lives while a furious public demands accountability. The story explores guilt, identity, rehabilitation, and whether redemption is possible for those who commit unthinkable acts as children.
Who are the main actors in Little Monsters?
The film stars Clarence Gilyard Jr. as Ben Foreman, Michael Vara as Sam Stone, and Michael Tylo as an Art Professor. Director David Schmoeller also appears on screen in the role of Wakefield.
What genre is Little Monsters (2012)?
Little Monsters (2012) is classified as Crime, Drama, and Horror. While it incorporates elements of psychological horror and social dread, the film is primarily a dramatic thriller examining the aftermath of a child murder case and the moral complexities surrounding juvenile crime and rehabilitation.
How long is Little Monsters (2012)?
Little Monsters (2012) has a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes (107 minutes). The film was released in the United States on January 2, 2012.
Does Little Monsters (2012) have a hopeful ending?
Little Monsters (2012) offers a bleak and tension-filled conclusion rather than a straightforwardly hopeful one. The film focuses on the near-impossibility of escape from a violent past, with both protagonists facing relentless public hostility. The ending reflects the film's broader themes of moral ambiguity and the limits of societal forgiveness.
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