Little Man Tate
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Overview
Dede is a sole parent trying to bring up her son Fred. When it is discovered that Fred is a genius, she is determined to ensure that Fred has all the opportunities that he needs, and that he is not taken advantage of by people who forget that his extremely powerful intellect is harboured in the body and emotions of a child.
Director / Creator
Jodie Foster
Writers
Scott Frank
Top Cast
About Little Man Tate (1991)
Filmoverview · cast · reception · where to watch
Overview
Little Man Tate (1991) is a Drama film from United States. the film was directed by Jodie Foster from a screenplay by Scott Frank. It runs 1 hour and 39 minutes and was produced primarily in English and French.
What it's about
Dede is a sole parent trying to bring up her son Fred. When it is discovered that Fred is a genius, she is determined to ensure that Fred has all the opportunities that he needs, and that he is not taken advantage of by people who forget that his extremely powerful intellect is harboured in the body and emotions of a child.
Cast and crew
The film stars Jodie Foster, Dianne Wiest, and Adam Hann-Byrd in supporting roles. Writing credits go to Scott Frank, whose work establishes the story structure and dialogue throughout.
Critical reception
On IMDb, Little Man Tate holds a rating of 6.6/10 based on 17,214 user votes. Rotten Tomatoes lists a critical score of 69%. Metacritic aggregates a score of 71/100 from professional reviewers. Notable recognition: 2 wins & 1 nomination total. These numbers place Little Man Tate within the broader landscape of Drama cinema from 1991, giving viewers a benchmark before deciding to watch.
Where to watch
Little Man Tate is currently available to stream with a subscription on Hoopla or Amazon. It can also be rented or purchased digitally through AppleTV, Fandango at Home, and YouTube. Free, ad-supported viewing options are available on Tubi TV and Pluto TV. Streaming rights move between platforms regularly, so the providers shown above reflect current availability based on the most recent data we have on file.
Why Little Man Tate is worth knowing
If you enjoy Drama films, Little Man Tate offers a representative example of the genre's conventions and storytelling style. As a 1991 release, it sits within a specific moment in film history, making it a useful reference point for understanding how drama evolved during that period. Performances from Jodie Foster and Dianne Wiest are central to the work, and tracking their broader filmographies can lead to other titles you may want to add to your watchlist. Use VidScio to identify scenes, find related movies, and keep Little Man Tate on your watchlist for later.
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