---
title: "Misbegotten"
year: 1998
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/misbegotten-1998"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 197649
imdb_id: "tt0131484"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 3.7
vote_count: 16
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Misbegotten (1998) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/misbegotten-1998

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Misbegotten is a feature film released in the United States on June 23, 1998, categorized under the horror, thriller, and drama genres with a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes. The film was directed by Mark L. Lester, who regarded it as one of his favorite films in part because he admired the writing of Larry Cohen. The cast includes Kevin Dillon, Nick Mancuso, Lysette Anthony, and Robert Lewis. The story follows an impatient, infertile couple who seek help at a sperm bank to have a child and are initially thrilled when the procedure works. However, their joy is cut short after they discover that the donor is a psychopath. The killer, who had troubles with relationships with women, tracks the woman down to terrorize her and her husband, and proves willing to kill anyone who stands between him and his baby.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mark L. Lester
- **Networks / Studios**: Cinépix Film Properties, American World Pictures (AWP)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kevin Dillon** as *Billy Crapshoot*
- **Nick Mancuso** as *Paul Bourke*
- **Lysette Anthony** as *Caitlan Bourke*
- **Robert Lewis** as *Detective Cross*
- **Stefan Arngrim** as *Conan Cornelius*
- **Matthew Walker** as *Dr. Dotterweigh*
- **Megan Leitch** as *Serena*
- **Felicia Shulman** as *Instructor*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Misbegotten online?
Misbegotten is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel, Tubi TV. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Misbegotten worth watching?
Misbegotten holds a community rating of 3.7/10 based on 16 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Misbegotten and when was it released?
Misbegotten is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 1998. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Misbegotten?
Misbegotten was directed by Mark L. Lester.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Misbegotten — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/197649)
- [Misbegotten (1998) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/197649-misbegotten/cast)
- [Misbegotten - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Misbegotten)
- [Misbegotten (1998) - Mark L. Lester | Synopsis, Movie Info, Moods, Themes and Related](https://www.allmovie.com/)
- [Misbegotten (1998) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/misbegotten/credits)
- [Misbegotten (1997) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0131484/)

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