Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Kevin Zegers | ... | Billy Hastings | |
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Neige | ... | The Pony |
Pierre Chagnon | ... | Ben Willett | |
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Martin Neufeld | ... | Dobbs |
Michel Perron | ... | Joe | |
Johnny Morina | ... | Bruce | |
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Michael Yarmush | ... | Mark |
Elisha Cuthbert | ... | Carolyn Price | |
Michael Ontkean | ... | Tom Gentry | |
Anne Archer | ... | Julie Hastings | |
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Augusto | ... | Nico |
Joanna Noyes | ... | Teacher | |
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Mickey Fry | ... | Pitcher |
Maggie Castle | ... | Susie | |
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Melissa Pierra | ... | Young Girl in Circus Tent |
Based on the popular novel for young adults by Frank Sacks, this heart-warming drama concerns Billy Hastings, an 11-year-old boy whose life is shattered after his leg is permanently damaged by a drunk driver. Billy and his mother Julie move to a new town in hopes of escaping the bad memories of the accident. Not long after they arrive, they visit a threadbare circus, where they discover a neglected horse. Feeling sorry for the animal, they arrange to take it home, only to discover that the horse is pregnant. That's the least of their surprises, though; the horse shortly gives birth to a unicorn, which appears to have magical powers. Written by Mark Deming
A Canadian film about a mother and son who move after an accident that has killed the husband/father and crippled the son. Feeling alone and somewhat bitter the son visits the circus only to find a neglected pony. After purchasing the horse he discovers it's pregnant and guess what it gives birth to? A unicorn! Needless to say, life then takes a turn for the better... Charming and touching film, perhaps much better than you'd ever expect, this is great for an older family audience.