The Railway Children
At the dawn of the 20th century, following their father's arrest on suspicion of betraying state secrets, the three Waterbury children—Bobbie, Phyllis and Peter—move with their mother to Yorkshire, where they find themselves involved in unexpected dramas along the railway by their new home.
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Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy.
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The Railway Children (1970) ORIGINAL TRAILER
2022 Re-Release Trailer
THE RAILWAY CHILDREN - 'Now and Then' Documentary
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Frequently asked questions about The Railway Children
Where can I watch The Railway Children in the United States?
The Railway Children is available to stream on Kanopy in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Railway Children for free?
The Railway Children streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Railway Children?
The Railway Children scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Railway Children?
The Railway Children stars Dinah Sheridan, Bernard Cribbins, William Mervyn, Iain Cuthbertson, and Jenny Agutter. Lionel Jeffries is the director.
How long is The Railway Children?
The Railway Children runs 1h 49m (109 minutes).
When did The Railway Children come out?
The Railway Children was released on December 21, 1970.
Which studio made The Railway Children?
The Railway Children was produced by EMI Films in the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for The Railway Children?
The Railway Children was made on a budget of $375,000.
What languages is The Railway Children in?
The Railway Children is in French and English, and its original language is English.
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