
The Children(2008)
A relaxing Christmas vacation turns into a terrifying fight for survival as the children begin to turn on their parents.


“Read the signs.”
Christmas Eve. On his way to his in-laws with his family, Frank Harrington decides to try a shortcut, for the first time in 20 years. It turns out to be the biggest mistake of his life.

Ray Wise
Frank Harrington

Alexandra Holden
Marion Harrington

Lin Shaye
Laura Harrington

Mick Cain
Richard Harrington

William Rosenfeld
Brad Miller

Amber Smith
Lady in White

Karen S. Gregan
Doctor

Sharon Madden
Nurse

Steve Valentine
Man in Black

Jimmie F. Skaggs
Worker #1
Dead End is a mystery, horror, thriller film released in 2003 exploring themes of baby, coma, shotgun, pregnancy, victim, forest. Directed by Jean-Baptiste Andrea, it stars Ray Wise, Alexandra Holden, Lin Shaye. Christmas Eve. On his way to his in-laws with his family, Frank Harrington decides to try a shortcut, for the first time in 20 years. It turns out to be the biggest mistake of his life.
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