The Day My Parents Ran Away

The Day My Parents Ran Away

He's Home Alone And He Likes It That Way.

PG 1993 · 96 min · ★ 4.4 · Comedy, Family, TV Movie

An irresponsible teen examines his life after his fed-up parents leave him to fend for himself.

Directed by Martin Nicholson · Written by Handel Glassberg

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