Candleshoe
“For 10% of the action and a red Ferrari, she'd con her own grandmother.”
Synopsis
When ex-con artist Harry claims that a secret treasure is hidden inside Candleshoe, an English estate, he creates an elaborate plan to find and steal the prize. By convincing a girl named Casey to impersonate the estate owner's long-lost granddaughter, Harry hopes to uncover the treasure's location. But when Casey has a change of heart, she must follow the clues and find the treasure, in order to save Candleshoe and stop Harry before it is too late.
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Candleshoe trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-07-03
Top Cast
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David Niven
Priory
Helen Hayes
Lady St. Edmund
Jodie Foster
Casey
Leo McKern
Bundage
Veronica Quilligan
Cluny
Ian Sharrock
Peter
Sarah Tamakuni
Anna
David Samuels
Bobby
John Alderson
Jenkins
Mildred Shay
Mrs. McCress
Michael Balfour
Mr. McCress
Sydney Bromley
Mr. Thresher
Michael Segal
Train Guard
Vivian Pickles
Grimsworthy
Tina Simmons
Family Friend (uncredited)
Peter Diamond
Hood (uncredited)
Terence Plummer
Hood (uncredited)
Eddie Powell
Hood (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 16, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 1, 1988
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman Tokar
- Screenplay & Story
- David Swift, Rosemary Anne Sisson
- Original Score
- Ron Goodwin
- Original Title
- Candleshoe
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Tokar
David Swift, Rosemary Anne Sisson, Michael Innes
Ron Goodwin
Paul Beeson, Ray Sturgess
Peter Boita
Ron Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Norman Tokar
Director
David Swift
Screenplay
Rosemary Anne Sisson
Screenplay
Paul Beeson
Director of Photography
Ron Goodwin
Original Music Composer
Ron Miller
Producer
Peter Boita
Editor
Bob Anderson
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Candleshoe
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What is Candleshoe about?
When ex-con artist Harry claims that a secret treasure is hidden inside Candleshoe, an English estate, he creates an elaborate plan to find and steal the prize. By convincing a girl named Casey to impersonate the estate owner's long-lost granddaughter, Harry hopes to uncover the treasure's location. But when Casey has a change of heart, she must follow the clues and find the treasure, in order to save Candleshoe and stop Harry before it is too late.
Who directed Candleshoe?
Candleshoe was directed by Norman Tokar.
Who stars in Candleshoe?
The principal cast of Candleshoe includes David Niven, Helen Hayes, Jodie Foster, Leo McKern, Veronica Quilligan.
When was Candleshoe released and how long is it?
Candleshoe was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Candleshoe?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Candleshoe was composed by Ron Goodwin.
Is Candleshoe based on a book or true story?
Candleshoe is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Michael Innes".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Candleshoe?
Candleshoe holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).