In order to obtain the needed financing for The Kindred, Jeffrey Obrow and Stephen Carpenter (who along with their producer Stacey Giachino had worked together since their days at UCLA) looked through their script for the most exciting seven minutes worth of moments and used them to film a trailer to show to potential investors.

[1] Along with directors Obrow and Carpenter, the film's editors Earl Ghaffari and John Penney also provided input in the writing with Joseph Stefano hired by F/M Entertainment following the acquisition.

[1] The monster "Anthony" was designed by Michael McCracken Sr., who had previously made the gremlin for the fourth segment in Twilight Zone: The Movie[1] Principal photography began and wrapped in California, United States.

[7] In a positive review, Kat Hughes Of THN said: "The British kitchen-sink drama version of The Babadook, The Kindred presents some chilling ideas whilst also shining a light on the hardships faced by some who struggle to connect with their offspring."

Randy Myers of San Jose Mercury News said: "Director Jamie Pearson creates a "Rosemary's Baby"-like vibe while the screenplay by Christian J. Hearn takes us to some very gnarly and despairing psychological places."