Baby for Sale 2004
“They never dreamed starting a family would cost this much”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Director
- Peter Svatek
- Networks
- Lifetime, Lionsgate Television, Muse Entertainment
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
What is Baby for Sale?
Topic: Film "Baby for Sale" (2004). Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 12, 2004
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, Canada
- Studios
- Lifetime, Lionsgate Television, Muse Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 12 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~89 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Lifetime, Lionsgate Television, Muse Entertainment
Where to watch in United States
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Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Overview
Topic: Film "Baby for Sale" (2004).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Baby for Sale.
Year: 2004.
Type: Television film (TV Movie).
Genre: Drama.
Release Date: July 12, 2004 (US/Lifetime Network).
Rating: PG-13.
Runtime: 1h 29m.
Director: Peter Svatek.
Cast: Dana Delany, Hart Bochner, Bruce Ramsay.
Filming Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Basis: Based on true life events.
Plot: A couple discovers that the baby girl they are trying to adopt is being auctioned off to the highest bidder. The couple becomes part of a sting operation to bust the baby-selling ring.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): Baby for Sale is a 2004 television film directed by Peter Svatek. It premiered on the Lifetime
Should you watch it?
“A couple fighting to adopt a child find themselves trapped in a dangerous illegal auction scheme.”
- Features a lead performance by Dana Delany
- Based on true life events regarding illegal adoption rings
- Provides a tense look at the dark side of the adoption process
- The television movie format may feel dated compared to modern streaming thrillers
Watch it if you enjoy suspenseful crime dramas based on real-world criminal investigations.
This film maintains a grounded, serious tone throughout its 89-minute runtime and is rated PG-13.
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Where can I stream Baby for Sale?
Availability varies by region and platform; you should check major streaming services or digital rental providers for current access.
Is this film worth watching?
If you are a fan of Lifetime-style dramas based on true stories, this film offers a compelling premise centered on a dangerous sting operation.
How long is the movie?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Is this a series or a standalone film?
Baby for Sale is a standalone television movie.
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