The Littlest Horse Thieves
Synopsis
When the owner of a Yorkshire coal-mine decides to mechanize to increase profits, the mine's pit ponies are scheduled to be destroyed. So, three children plan to steal them to keep them safe. But when they're caught, it's up to the mine owners and the miners themselves to decide what's right.
Top Cast
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Alastair Sim
Lord Harrogate
Peter Barkworth
Richard Sandman
Maurice Colbourne
Luke Armstrong
Susan Tebbs
Violet Armstrong
Chloe Franks
Alice Sandman
Benjie Bolgar
Tommy Sadler
Prunella Scales
Mrs. Sandman
Leslie Sands
Foreman Sam Carter
Joe Gladwin
Bert
Jeremy Bulloch
Ginger
Don Henderson
Geraldine McEwan
Gorden Kaye
Andrew Harrison
Dave Sadler
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 11, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Jarrott
- Screenplay & Story
- Rosemary Anne Sisson
- Original Title
- The Littlest Horse Thieves
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Jarrott
Rosemary Anne Sisson, Burt Kennedy
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Jarrott
Director
Rosemary Anne Sisson
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is The Littlest Horse Thieves about?
When the owner of a Yorkshire coal-mine decides to mechanize to increase profits, the mine's pit ponies are scheduled to be destroyed. So, three children plan to steal them to keep them safe. But when they're caught, it's up to the mine owners and the miners themselves to decide what's right.
Who directed The Littlest Horse Thieves?
The Littlest Horse Thieves was directed by Charles Jarrott.
Who stars in The Littlest Horse Thieves?
The principal cast of The Littlest Horse Thieves includes Alastair Sim, Peter Barkworth, Maurice Colbourne, Susan Tebbs, Chloe Franks.
When was The Littlest Horse Thieves released and how long is it?
The Littlest Horse Thieves was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Littlest Horse Thieves?
The Littlest Horse Thieves holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).