The Girl in the Garage: The Laura Cowan Story

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The Girl in the Garage: The Laura Cowan Story

2025

1h 28m

8.8(9 votes)

Drama

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Overview

After her husband's arrest, Laura's family finds shelter with a friend, but it becomes a trap of abuse. Despite discovering other victims, Laura remains hopeful, documenting everything until she can alert authorities and escape.

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10 featured cast members

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Paige Hurd

Laura

Stephen Bishop

Musa

Jackson Little

Will

Brad James

Shabazz

Shanica Knowles

Zara

Kaiden Nicholas Johnson

Ahmed

Petey McGee

Brother Reggie

Maresha Robinson

Marva

Tracey Roony

Jane Hunter

Sanaa Sade Salaam

Patrice

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Directed by: Manu Boyer
Written by: Avery O. Williams

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