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Movie · 1983 · 120 min

Without a Trace (1983)

“One morning, Alex Selky got dressed, waved goodbye to his mother, set off for school and disappeared.”

5.4/10 · 32 votes
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Without a Trace is a 1983 movie (Drama and Mystery). Without a Trace was directed by Stanley R. Jaffe. Without a Trace runs 120 minutes. It has an average rating of 5.4/10 from 32 viewers. There is currently no known legal streaming option for Without a Trace in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

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Plot

English professor Susan Selky lives alone in a Brooklyn apartment with her young son, Alex. When Alex fails to return home from school one afternoon, a frantic Selky contacts the police. Detective Al Menetti, a father himself, takes an interest in the case that quickly turns into an obsession. As a devastated Selky struggles to come to terms with Alex's disappearance, Menetti steps out from behind the badge to continue investigating.

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#new york city#based on true story#brooklyn, new york city#nypd#missing child#child kidnapping#working mom#mother child separation#missing son#mother looking for child

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Without a Trace?

There is currently no known legal streaming option for Without a Trace in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Who stars in Without a Trace?

The main cast of Without a Trace includes Kate Nelligan, Judd Hirsch, David Dukes, Stockard Channing and Jacqueline Brookes.

Who directed Without a Trace?

Without a Trace was directed by Stanley R. Jaffe.

When was Without a Trace released?

Without a Trace was released on February 4, 1983.

How long is Without a Trace?

Without a Trace runs 120 minutes.

Is Without a Trace worth watching?

Without a Trace has an average rating of 5.4/10 from 32 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Without a Trace?

If you enjoyed Without a Trace, try The Deep End of the Ocean, Missing, Nancy and Searching.

How much did Without a Trace make at the box office?

Without a Trace grossed $9,600,000 worldwide.

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Updated: October 28, 2026 ·