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The Little Kidnappers

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Davy (Charles Miller) and Harry MacKenzie (Leo Wheatley) are orphaned brothers who live with their gruff grandfather, James (Charlton Heston), in 1900s Nova Scotia. Life for the boys is less than agreeable, until one day they find an unusual item on the beach: a baby. Determined to bring the child up on their own, away from the influence of their unpleasant grandfather, Davy and Harry make off with the infant -- which begins a desperate search by the authorities and the child's parents.

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Lynne Heffley Los Angeles Times 09/26/2019
"The Little Kidnappers" is a beautifully photographed, unashamedly sentimental tale of conflict resolved through innocence. Go to Full Review John Voorhees Seattle Times 09/26/2019
While much of what happens in ``The Little Kidnappers'' is predictabl... what makes it so enjoyable are the completely unself-conscious performances by Leo Wheatley and Charles Miller, as Harry and Davy MacKenzie. Go to Full Review Susan Dunne Hartford Courant 09/26/2019
"The Little Kidnappers" is a little precious and a little drawn-out, but for kids who aren't so little -- pre-teens and up -- and who have a little patience, considerable satisfaction can be had by watching it. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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08/17/2019 This is a delightful movie. The acting by the two little boys is just amazing. See more 01/26/2015 very good movie I've watched about six times. See more 07/01/2008 The movie was a bit borring. The plot is a bit too easy for me. It is a very simple sunday morning movie. It does not keep you thinking or something. I give two and a half only cos the kids were so lovely. It is only worht seeing this movie cos of those little ones. They are just so cute! See more 02/25/2008 Charming family movie,kids are so cute and Charlton Heston is convincing as expected See more 09/20/2007 A story about two boys moving to there granparents after that their parents have died. The granfather is a very strict and they tries not to be in his way. One day the older brother finds a baby that he takes care off without telling anyone except his younger brother. This is a sweet story and it ends well for them all. See more 06/07/2007 One of the best films I've ever seen. I agree with Charlie - the performance by "Davy" is simply outstanding! See more Read all reviews
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Donald Shebib

Director

Charlton Heston

James MacKenzie

Charles Miller

Davy MacKenzie

Leo Wheatley

Harry MacKenzie

Bruce Greenwood

Willem Hooft

Patricia Gage

Mrs. MacKenzie
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Synopsis Davy (Charles Miller) and Harry MacKenzie (Leo Wheatley) are orphaned brothers who live with their gruff grandfather, James (Charlton Heston), in 1900s Nova Scotia. Life for the boys is less than agreeable, until one day they find an unusual item on the beach: a baby. Determined to bring the child up on their own, away from the influence of their unpleasant grandfather, Davy and Harry make off with the infant -- which begins a desperate search by the authorities and the child's parents.
Director
Donald Shebib
Production Co
Jones Programming Partners
Rating
TV-PG, G
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 22, 2016
Runtime
1h 33m
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