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The Railway Children

In the Yorkshire countryside, three siblings embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind their father's mysterious disappearance, navigating their new life with their mother.

The story of the Waterbury family takes place in Edwardian England, where the three siblings and their loving parents enjoy a comfortable life in suburban London. However, their existence is turned upside down when their father is suddenly taken away by two men, leaving the family to move to a rural village in Yorkshire. The family struggles to adjust to their new life in a rundown house, with their mother working to make ends meet by writing stories. The children find solace in their new surroundings, exploring the nearby railway and getting into various adventures. As they learn to appreciate their new life, they also wonder what happened to their father, a mystery that remains unsolved.

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Info about The Railway Children

Studio(s): EMI Films

Originally Released: United States, Oct 28, 1971

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, Family

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