The Children Nobody Wanted (1981)

TV Movie  -  100 min  -  Drama
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Based on the true story of Tom Butterfield and his crusade to provide family life for homeless children... See full summary »

Director:

Richard Michaels

Writer:

Lee Hutson (teleplay)
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Fredric Lehne ...
Tom Butterfield (as Fred Lehne)
Michelle Pfeiffer ...
Matt Clark Matt Clark ...
Bill Westbrook
Noble Willingham Noble Willingham ...
McNaulty
Anne Haney Anne Haney ...
Mrs. Lightheart
Joey Turley Joey Turley ...
Joey
Barbara Barrie Barbara Barrie ...
Hanna
Jerry Hardin Jerry Hardin ...
Dr. Watson
F. William Parker ...
George Meuschke
Earl Boen Earl Boen ...
Madden
Ryan Barcroft Ryan Barcroft ...
The Butter Boys - Andrew
Patrick Holcer Patrick Holcer ...
The Butter Boys - Dwayne
James Spinks III James Spinks III ...
The Butter Boys - Zim
Van Stapleton Van Stapleton ...
The Butter Boys - Bobby
Gary Riefle Gary Riefle ...
The Butter Boys - Pete
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Based on the true story of Tom Butterfield and his crusade to provide family life for homeless children, becoming not only the first bachelor caretaker, but the youngest single adult to become a legal foster parent in the state of Missouri. Written by Anonymous  

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Drama

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Der junge Adoptiv-Vater See more »

Filming Locations:

Marshall, Missouri, USA

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Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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Trivia

This was Michelle Pfeiffer's first leading role. See more »