Kidnapped
Synopsis
Kidnapped and cheated out of his inheritance, young David Balfour falls in with a Jacobite adventurer, Alan Breck Stewart. Falsely accused of murder, they must flee across the Highlands, evading the redcoats.
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Peter Finch
Alan Breck Stewart
James MacArthur
David Balfour
Bernard Lee
Captain Hoseason
John Laurie
Ebenezer Balfour
Niall MacGinnis
Mr. Shaun
Finlay Currie
Cluny MacPherson
Miles Malleson
Mr. Rankeillor
Duncan Macrae
The Highlander
Andrew Cruickshank
Colin Campbell
Peter O'Toole
Robin MacGregor
Oliver Johnston
Mr. Campbell
Edie Martin
Woman on the bridge
Jack Stewart
Landlord
Richard Evans
Ransome, the cabin boy (uncredited)
Norman MacOwan
Tinker
Alex Mackenzie
The Ferryman
Eileen Way
Jennet Clouston
Abe Barker
Donald Dhu MacLaren
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 24, 1960
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Stevenson
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Stevenson, Robert Louis Stevenson
- Original Score
- Cedric Thorpe Davie
- Original Title
- Kidnapped
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Gaelic
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Stevenson
Robert Stevenson, Robert Louis Stevenson
Cedric Thorpe Davie
Paul Beeson
Gordon Stone
Walt Disney
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Stevenson
Director
Robert Stevenson
Writer
Cedric Thorpe Davie
Original Music Composer
Gordon Stone
Editor
Walt Disney
Producer
Paul Beeson
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kidnapped
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kidnapped about?
Kidnapped and cheated out of his inheritance, young David Balfour falls in with a Jacobite adventurer, Alan Breck Stewart. Falsely accused of murder, they must flee across the Highlands, evading the redcoats.
Who directed Kidnapped?
Kidnapped was directed by Robert Stevenson.
Who stars in Kidnapped?
The principal cast of Kidnapped includes Peter Finch, James MacArthur, Bernard Lee, John Laurie, Niall MacGinnis.
When was Kidnapped released and how long is it?
Kidnapped was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Kidnapped?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kidnapped was composed by Cedric Thorpe Davie.
Is Kidnapped based on a book or true story?
Kidnapped is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robert Louis Stevenson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kidnapped?
Kidnapped holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).