---
title: "Baby for Sale"
year: 2004
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/baby-for-sale-2004"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 66889
imdb_id: "tt0414848"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 12
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Baby for Sale (2004) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/baby-for-sale-2004

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Baby for Sale is a 2004 television drama directed by Peter Svatek that premiered on the Lifetime Network. The film follows a couple who, while attempting to adopt a baby girl, uncover a criminal operation where infants are auctioned to the highest bidder. To expose the ring, the couple participate in a sting operation, turning their personal journey into a high-stakes investigation.

The film is notable for its focus on true life events and features performances by Dana Delany, Hart Bochner, and Bruce Ramsay. Filmed in Montreal, Quebec, the production captures the tension of a desperate search for justice within the adoption system. It is paced as a standard television movie, delivering a straightforward narrative centered on the moral and legal challenges of the protagonists.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A couple fighting to adopt a child find themselves trapped in a dangerous illegal auction scheme."

### Why Watch
- 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

### Caveats & Content Note
- The television movie format may feel dated compared to modern streaming thrillers
- Tone & Suitability: This film maintains a grounded, serious tone throughout its 89-minute runtime and is rated PG-13.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #crime-drama, #true-story-adaptation, #sting-operation, #lifetime-original, #adoption-thriller, #investigative-drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | Fawesome | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Svatek
- **Networks / Studios**: Lifetime, Lionsgate Television, Muse Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dana Delany** as *Nathalie Johnson*
- **Hart Bochner** as *Steve Johnson*
- **Bruce Ramsay** as *Gabor Szabo*
- **Romano Orzari** as *Joey Perrotta*
- **Elizabeth Marleau** as *Janka*
- **Ellen David** as *Kathy Williamson*
- **Claudia Besso** as *Laura Jackson*
- **Vlasta Vrana** as *Ron Grazer*
- **Abeille Gélinas** as *Claudette*
- **Matthew Rothpan** as *Evan Johnson*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: 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.

### Q: 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.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes.

### Q: Is this a series or a standalone film?
Baby for Sale is a standalone television movie.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Baby for Sale — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/66889)
- [Baby for Sale (TV Movie 2004) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0414848/fullcredits/)
- [Baby for Sale - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_for_Sale)
- [Baby for Sale (2004) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/66889-baby-for-sale/cast)
- [Baby for Sale (2004) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/baby-for-sale/credits)
- [Baby for Sale Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/baby-for-sale/1268564/credits/)

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