I Know My First Name is Steven

I Know My First Name is Steven (1989)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

This is the true story of a little boy lost - and found. And of the horrors that happened in between. Seven-year-old Steven Stayner was taken on his way home from school by a degenerate who convinced the boy his parents had abandoned him. Subjected to years of lies and sexual abuse, Steven was numbed into submission. Then, when Steven was 14, his abductor brought home five-year-old Timmy - and Steven found the courage to escape with the child, whose tragic future he could foresee only too well. Could he find his real family? And, if he did, could they ever be a family again? I Know My First Name is Steven will break your heart, then heal it.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday (65 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Part 2May 29, 1989
S01E01Part 1May 22, 1989
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'I Know My First Name is Steven' premiere?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' premiered on May 22, 1989.

Who created the TV show 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' was created by Richard Friedenberg.

What genre does 'I Know My First Name is Steven' belong to?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' is a drama TV show.

What is the main plot of 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' tells the story of Steven Stayner, who was kidnapped as a child and later found years later.

Who played the character of Steven Stayner in 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

Cory Haim portrayed the character of Steven Stayner in 'I Know My First Name is Steven'.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' had a total of two episodes in its first season.

What was the runtime of each episode of 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

Each episode of 'I Know My First Name is Steven' had a runtime of approximately two hours.

Where was 'I Know My First Name is Steven' primarily filmed?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' was primarily filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Did 'I Know My First Name is Steven' receive any awards?

Yes, 'I Know My First Name is Steven' won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in a Miniseries or a Special.

Who portrayed the character of Kenneth Parnell in 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

Arliss Howard portrayed the character of Kenneth Parnell in 'I Know My First Name is Steven'.

What is the significance of the title 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

The title 'I Know My First Name is Steven' refers to Steven Stayner's struggle to reclaim his identity after being kidnapped.

Did 'I Know My First Name is Steven' have a soundtrack?

Yes, 'I Know My First Name is Steven' had a soundtrack composed by Mark Snow.

What was the viewership of 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' garnered significant viewership and had a large audience following.

Was 'I Know My First Name is Steven' based on a true story?

Yes, 'I Know My First Name is Steven' was based on the real-life kidnapping and survival story of Steven Stayner.

Did 'I Know My First Name is Steven' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'I Know My First Name is Steven' featured John Ashton and Michael Woods as guest stars.

What was the critical reception of 'I Know My First Name is Steven'?

'I Know My First Name is Steven' received positive reviews for its powerful storytelling and the performances of its cast.

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