About Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV
- Released on March 17, 2024
Get ready to dive into the shocking and disturbing world of '90s kids' TV with the movie 'Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV'. This film takes you behind the scenes of your favorite childhood shows and reveals the toxic and abusive environment that existed off-camera. Through harrowing accounts from former child stars and crew members, the balance of power in the industry is probed, exposing an era that left lasting wounds still felt by those who experienced it today.
The movie starts by introducing us to some of the most beloved children's shows of the '90s, taking us on a nostalgic trip down memory lane. However, the film quickly takes a dark turn as we hear from the child actors who were subjected to harsh treatment, long hours, and emotional manipulation. Many of these young stars were thrust into the spotlight at a young age, with little support or guidance, leaving them vulnerable to the whims of powerful adults who held their careers in their hands.
As the film progresses, we hear from former crew members who witnessed the abuse firsthand. They share their stories of how the culture of fear and intimidation was allowed to flourish, and how those in charge turned a blind eye to the mistreatment of children. The movie also explores the psychological impact of this toxic environment, as many of the former child stars struggle with anxiety, depression, and addiction today. 'Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV' is a must-watch for anyone who grew up watching these shows, as it provides a sobering reminder of the darker side of the entertainment industry.
Main Cast of Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV
Giovonnie Samuels plays Self - Cast Member, All That (4 episodes)
Alexa Nikolas plays Self - Cast Member, Zoey 101 (2 episodes)
Rick Ellis plays Self - Writer / Founder, AllYourScreen.com (3 episodes)
Scaachi Koul plays Self - Culture Writer (3 episodes)
Leon Frierson plays Self - Cast Member, All That (2 episodes)
Katrina Johnson plays Self - Cast Member, All That (2 episodes)
Amanda Bynes plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (3 episodes)
Christy Stratton plays Self - Writer, The Amanda Show (2 episodes)
Raquel Lee plays Self - Cast Member, The Amanda Show (3 episodes)
Karyn Finley Thompson plays Self - Editor, All That, The Amanda Show and Drake & Josh (2 episodes)
Kenan Thompson plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (2 episodes)
Kel Mitchell plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (2 episodes)
Kyle Sullivan plays Self - Cast Member, All That (2 episodes)
Bryan Hearne plays Self - Cast Member, All That (3 episodes)
Tracey Brown plays Self - Bryan's Mom (2 episodes)
Brian Peck plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (2 episodes)
Josh Peck plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (2 episodes)
Dan Schneider plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (3 episodes)
Kate Taylor plays Self - Journalist, Business Insider (3 episodes)
Drake Bell plays Self - Cast Member, The Amanda Show and Drake & Josh (3 episodes)
Secondary Cast of Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV
Marc Summers plays Self - Host, Double Dare (1 episode)
Jenny Kilgen plays Self - Writer, The Amanda Show (1 episode)
Pam Penn plays Self - Raquel's Mom (1 episode)
Lisa Foiles plays Self (archive footage) (1 episode)
Jason Handy plays Self (archive footage) (1 episode)
Ray Romano plays Self (archive footage) (1 episode)
Joe Bell plays Self - Drake's Father (1 episode)
Virgil L. Fabian plays Self - Director, All That (1 episode) , Self - Director, The Amanda Show (1 episode)
Leonardo DiCaprio plays Self (archive footage) (1 episode)
Dan Schneider plays Self (archive footage) (1 episode)
Anne Henry plays Self - Co-Founder, BizParentz Foundation (1 episode)
Kate Taylor plays Self - Journalist, Business Insider (archive footage) (1 episode)
Jennette McCurdy plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Ariana Grande plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Miranda Cosgrove plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Victoria Justice plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Natalie Morales plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Al Roker plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Jamie Lynn Spears plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Drake Bell plays Self (uncredited) (1 episode)
Jerry Trainor plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Nathan Kress plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Martin Bashir plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Mike Denton plays Self - Cameraman, iCarly, Sam & Cat and Victorious (1 episode)
Matt Bennett plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Avan Jogia plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Leon G. Thomas III plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Lindsay Lohan plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Aaron Carter plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Steven Spielberg plays Self - Director (archive footage) (1 episode)
Soledad O'Brien plays Self - Host (1 episode)
Shane Lyons plays Self - Cast Member, All That (1 episode)
MJ plays Self - Brandi's Mom (1 episode)
BooG!e plays Self (archive footage) (uncredited) (1 episode)
Crew of Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV
Discover the backstage crew of Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV →- Marc Summers
- Jenny Kilgen
- Pam Penn
- Lisa Foiles
- Jason Handy
- Ray Romano
- Joe Bell
- Virgil L. Fabian
- Leonardo DiCaprio
- Dan Schneider
- Anne Henry
- Kate Taylor
- Jennette McCurdy
- Ariana Grande
- Miranda Cosgrove
- Victoria Justice
- Natalie Morales
- Al Roker
- Jamie Lynn Spears
- Drake Bell
- Jerry Trainor
- Nathan Kress
- Martin Bashir
- Mike Denton
- Matt Bennett
- Avan Jogia
- Leon G. Thomas III
- Lindsay Lohan
- Aaron Carter
- Steven Spielberg
- Soledad O'Brien
- Shane Lyons
- MJ
- BooG!e