
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.

as Dr. Sullivan

as William

as Dr. Reed

as Sarah

as Dr. Thomas

as President Clayborn

as Chairman Douglass

as Ted

as Principal Bernstein

as Dr. Winslow

as William, age 10

as William, age 5

as Darlene

as Dr. Rowley

as Officer Jerry

as Stephanie

as Marcus

as Moosh

as Judy

as Vice President Becker