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Chasing Childhood (2021): Cast

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Chasing Childhood is a 2021 documentary directed by Eden Wurmfeld and Margaret Munzer Loeb, starring Lenore Skenazy and Peter Gray. It runs 1 hour 18 minutes.

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Chasing Childhood (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 18m (78 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Chasing Childhood About?

The premise of Chasing Childhood without spoilers.

Exploring the decline of free play in childhood, this documentary examines how structured activities and constant monitoring are contributing to anxiety and depression in children from diverse backgrounds. The film contrasts experiences in affluent Connecticut, working-class New York, and metropolitan Manhattan, questioning common parenting strategies. Featuring insights from journalist Lenore Skenazy, psychologist Peter Gray, and former Stanford dean Julie Lythcott-Haims, it seeks solutions to empower children and foster a less curated, more authentic childhood.

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Cast & crew

Chasing Childhood Cast

Lenore Skenazy leads the cast, with Peter Gray. Directed by Eden Wurmfeld and Margaret Munzer Loeb.

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FAQ

Chasing Childhood FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Chasing Childhood, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Chasing Childhood?

Chasing Childhood runs 1 hour 18 minutes (78 minutes).

When was Chasing Childhood released?

Chasing Childhood was released on April 8, 2021.

Who directed Chasing Childhood?

Chasing Childhood was directed by Eden Wurmfeld and Margaret Munzer Loeb.

Who is in the cast of Chasing Childhood?

Chasing Childhood stars Lenore Skenazy and Peter Gray.

Does Chasing Childhood have a post-credit scene?

No. Chasing Childhood has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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