About this release
A Brooklyn couple has always known that their four-year-old son is more interested in fairy tale princesses than toy cars. But when his preschool director points out that his gender-nonconforming play may be more than a phase, the couple is forced to rethink their roles as parents and spouses.
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Disc 1
DVD
A Kid Like Jake (2018)
92 min
Drama
On the eve of the admissions cycle for New York City kindergartens, Alex and Greg Wheeler have high hopes for four-year-old Jake. The director of Jake's preschool encourages them to accentuate Jake's gender expansive behavior to help him stand out. As Alex and Greg navigate their roles as parents, a rift grows between them, one that forces them to confront their own concerns about what's best for Jake, and each other.
Credits
Director
Silas Howard
Writer
Daniel Pearle
Cast
Claire Danesas Alex Wheeler
Jim Parsonsas Greg Wheeler
Octavia Spenceras Judy
Priyanka Chopra Jonasas Amal
Ann Dowdas Catherine
Amy Landeckeras Sandra
Leo James Davisas Jake Wheeler
Julia Chanas Michelle
Lee Aaron Rosenas Tom Hedwall
Kelly Deadmonas Cynthia Hedwall
Cinematographer
Steven Capitano Calitri
Composer
Roger Neill
Editor
Michael Taylor
Producer
Jim Parsons
Todd Spiewak
Paul Bernon
Release Details
- Packaging
- Keep Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- July 5, 2026