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Kidnapped

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Based on the novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, this dramatic adventure tale follows the adventures of young Scot David Balfour (Brian McCardie). After the death of his parents, David goes to visit his scheming uncle Ebenezer (Patrick Malahide), who sells him into servitude aboard a ship bound for America. At sea, David encounters Alan Breck Stewart (Armand Assante), a nobleman who helps him return to Scotland and confront Ebenezer, who has claimed the young man's inheritance for himself.

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Laura Kern Film Comment Magazine 11/07/2013
The drama remains strictly confined indoors, intensified by handheld camerawork, in-your-face close-ups, and an inspired use of split screen Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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08/23/2012 This version of Kidnapped is the most recent and perhaps the longest yet. Filmed in Scotland, it is visually very satisfying, but the acting is insipid. While Asante brings a frantic Alan Breck (he runs everywhere, a couple marathons every day!) McCardie's David Balfour is flat, passionless. I much prefer the older, Disney version, starring James MacArthur and Peter Finch. See more 03/24/2010 Great story telling and adventure. See more 12/09/2007 The Book was better but hoo can ye say nay? See more 11/22/2007 Nice movie about the book. See more 11/01/2007 Beautiful photography, awesome acting, and love the costumes! Of course, the scottish accents are really awesome too! See more 10/31/2007 While there are a few scenes that appear to be redundant, the plot is a fascinating one. While watching you catch a glimpse of a time writhing with conflict. The dialogue is superb, and the acting sweeps you off your feet. Scottish accents rock! See more Read all reviews
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Ivan Passer

Director

Armand Assante

Alan Breck Stewart

Brian McCardie

David Balfour

Michael Kitchen

William Reid

Brian Blessed

Cluny MacPherson

Antoine Byrne

Mary MacDonald of Dunbrae
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Synopsis Based on the novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, this dramatic adventure tale follows the adventures of young Scot David Balfour (Brian McCardie). After the death of his parents, David goes to visit his scheming uncle Ebenezer (Patrick Malahide), who sells him into servitude aboard a ship bound for America. At sea, David encounters Alan Breck Stewart (Armand Assante), a nobleman who helps him return to Scotland and confront Ebenezer, who has claimed the young man's inheritance for himself.
Director
Ivan Passer
Producer
John Davis
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 5, 1995, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 26, 2020
Runtime
3h 20m