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The Railway Children

  • 19701970
  • GG
  • 1h 49m
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7.3/10
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The Railway Children (1970)
After the enforced absence of their father, three children move with their mother to Yorkshire, where during their adventures they attempt to discover the reason for his disappearance.
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After the enforced absence of their father, three children move with their mother to Yorkshire, where during their adventures they attempt to discover the reason for his disappearance.After the enforced absence of their father, three children move with their mother to Yorkshire, where during their adventures they attempt to discover the reason for his disappearance.After the enforced absence of their father, three children move with their mother to Yorkshire, where during their adventures they attempt to discover the reason for his disappearance.
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
5.3K
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    • Lionel Jeffries
    • E. Nesbit(from the celebrated novel by)
    • Lionel Jeffries(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Dinah Sheridan
    • Bernard Cribbins
    • William Mervyn
    • Lionel Jeffries
    • E. Nesbit(from the celebrated novel by)
    • Lionel Jeffries(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Dinah Sheridan
    • Bernard Cribbins
    • William Mervyn
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 59User reviews
    • 20Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 3 BAFTA Awards

    Videos2

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    Trailer 0:43
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    Video 1:46
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    Photos59

    Jenny Agutter, Bernard Cribbins, and Sally Thomsett in The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter and Sally Thomsett in The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter, Ann Lancaster, Sally Thomsett, and Gary Warren in The Railway Children (1970)
    Iain Cuthbertson and Dinah Sheridan in The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter, Sally Thomsett, and Gary Warren in The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter in The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter in The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter in The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter, Sally Thomsett, and Gary Warren in The Railway Children (1970)
    Erik Chitty in The Railway Children (1970)
    The Railway Children (1970)
    Jenny Agutter, Dinah Sheridan, Sally Thomsett, and Gary Warren in The Railway Children (1970)

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    Dinah Sheridan
    Dinah Sheridan
    • Mrs. Waterbury
    • (as Miss Dinah Sheridan)
    Bernard Cribbins
    Bernard Cribbins
    • Albert Perks
    • (as Mr. Bernard Cribbins)
    William Mervyn
    • Old Gentleman
    • (as Mr. William Mervyn)
    Iain Cuthbertson
    Iain Cuthbertson
    • Charles Waterbury
    • (as Mr. Iain Cuthbertson)
    Jenny Agutter
    Jenny Agutter
    • Roberta 'Bobbie' Waterbury
    • (as Miss Jenny Agutter)
    Sally Thomsett
    • Phyllis Waterbury
    • (as Miss Sally Thomsett)
    Gary Warren
    • Peter Waterbury
    • (as Master Gary Warren)
    Peter Bromilow
    Peter Bromilow
    • Doctor
    Ann Lancaster
    • Ruth
    Gordon Whiting
    • Russian
    Beatrix Mackey
    • Aunt Emma
    Deddie Davies
    Deddie Davies
    • Mrs. Perks
    David Lodge
    David Lodge
    • Bandmaster
    Christopher Witty
    Christopher Witty
    • Jim
    Brenda Cowling
    Brenda Cowling
    • Mrs. Viney
    Paddy Ward
    • Cart Man
    Erik Chitty
    Erik Chitty
    • Photographer
    Sally James
    • Maid
      • Lionel Jeffries
      • E. Nesbit(from the celebrated novel by)
      • Lionel Jeffries(screenplay)
    • All cast & crew
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    • Trivia
      Sally Thomsett was 20 when she was cast as 11-year-old Phyllis. Her contract forbade her to reveal her true age during the making of the film and she was not allowed to be seen smoking, drinking, going out with her boyfriend or driving the sports cars that were her passion. Even the film crew did not know her true age.
    • Goofs
      As the engine approaches Bobbie in the 'landslide sequence' and comes to a halt, drifting steam is seen coming down from the sky and entering its funnel, indicating the shot is actually reversed footage of the train backing away from Bobbie so as to not endanger the actress by attempting a precision stop inches away from her.
    • Quotes

      Mrs. Waterbury: May I borrow your lamp please.

      Cart Man: I dare say.

      Mrs. Waterbury: If you say 'I dare say' once more I shall have hysterics, I dare say.

    • Crazy credits
      As the end credit captions are displayed the shot tracks towards a steam locomotive, in front of which are gathered the principal cast. They are surrounded by extras portraying local townspeople, who wave and say goodbye to the audience. All the while, Jenny Agutter is preoccupied with writing something on a slate. As the camera reaches her, she holds it up to display the words "The End".
    • Connections
      Featured in Comic Relief: The Invasion of the Comic Tomatoes (1993)
    • Soundtracks
      The Man who broke the bank at Monte Carlo
      (uncredited)

      Written by Fred Gilbert

      Performed by Amelia Bayntun (as the cook) and the children

    User reviews59

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    Not a dry eye in the house
    Back in 1970 at the tender age of 23, I fell hopelessly in love with Jenny Agutter - and remain so to this day. For it is this film for which she will always be associated - and for the very best reasons. It in no way typecast Miss Agutter, but clearly marked her as an actress of outstanding ability.

    Nesbit's characters are brought to life by Lionel Jeffries production in what must be one of literature's most heart rending stories. It has everything - pathos, compassion, empathy, humour, loyalty and love, attributes once common in Great Britain, but sadly no longer.

    Who can suppress those tears at Bobby's discovery of her Father at the station. "My Daddy... my Daddy...!" as she runs towards him?

    This film should be available on prescription - it is indeed a tonic for whatever ails you.

    As for my love of Miss Agutter - it remains undiminished, and when I see her today, I still see that porcelain complexion, those bewitching eyes and that come hither smile.
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    • iandcooper
    • Jul 14, 2004

    FAQ4

    • Is "The Railway Children" based on a book?
    • Is it possible to read this book online?
    • In what year does the story take place?

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    • Release date
      • December 22, 1970 (United Kingdom)
      • United Kingdom
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
    • Filming locations
      • Mytholmes Tunnel, near Haworth, Keighley, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, UK
    • Production company
      • EMI Films
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    • 1 hour 49 minutes

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