Overview

Two cutting-edge scientists give 'birth' to a Neanderthal—the first to walk the earth for some 35,000 years—in order to attempt to answer these questions. Part 'normal' child, part science experiment, William’s 'parents' struggle with the best way to raise him. As William grows toward adulthood, he is educated in the human experiences of love and intimacy. But his primitive impulses begin to emerge the more he tries to conform to human expectations, leading to tragic consequences for him and his loved ones.

Cast

Maria Dizzia

Dr. Sullivan

Will Brittain

William

Waleed Zuaiter

Dr. Reed

Susan Park

Sarah

Beth Grant

Dr. Thomas

Paul Guilfoyle

President Clayborn

Jerry Wasserman

Chairman Douglass

Ted Cole

Ted

David Nykl

Principal Bernstein

Noel Johansen

Dr. Winslow

Callum Seagram Airlie

William, age 10

Christian Convery

William, age 5