
Kidnapped
Synopsis
In Scotland in 1751, young David Balfour is shanghaied aboard a ship where he meets Jacobite rebel Alan Breck Stewart with whom he escapes to the Scottish Highlands, dodging the redcoats.
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May 7, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Crosland
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Sumner Williams
- Original Title
- Kidnapped
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Edison Studios, Conquest Pictures Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Crosland
Charles Sumner Williams, Robert Louis Stevenson
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Crosland
Director
Charles Sumner Williams
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Kidnapped.
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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?
In Scotland in 1751, young David Balfour is shanghaied aboard a ship where he meets Jacobite rebel Alan Breck Stewart with whom he escapes to the Scottish Highlands, dodging the redcoats.
Who directed Kidnapped?
Kidnapped was directed by Alan Crosland.
Who stars in Kidnapped?
The principal cast of Kidnapped includes Raymond McKee, Joseph Burke, Robert Cain, Ray Hallor, William Wadsworth.
When was Kidnapped released and how long is it?
Kidnapped was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
Is Kidnapped based on a book or true story?
Kidnapped is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robert Louis Stevenson".
