Kayla
“A classic story of friendship, family and loyalty.”
Synopsis
Set in the 1920s, this film tells the poignant and inspiring story of Sam MacKenzie, a boy whose explorer dad disappeared on an expedition to the Arctic tundra. Unable to make friends, adjust to his new Canadian home or get along with his stepfather, Sam finds solace in Kayla, a wild dog he hopes to enter in a dogsled race. But when the community turns against Kayla, Sam must come to her rescue.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 25, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicholas Kendall
- Original Title
- Kayla
- Country of Origin
- Canada, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Ciné Télé Action, Taurus Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicholas Kendall
Department Leadership Roster
Nicholas Kendall
Director
Nicoletta Massone
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Kayla.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kayla
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kayla about?
Set in the 1920s, this film tells the poignant and inspiring story of Sam MacKenzie, a boy whose explorer dad disappeared on an expedition to the Arctic tundra. Unable to make friends, adjust to his new Canadian home or get along with his stepfather, Sam finds solace in Kayla, a wild dog he hopes to enter in a dogsled race. But when the community turns against Kayla, Sam must come to her rescue.
Who directed Kayla?
Kayla was directed by Nicholas Kendall.
Who stars in Kayla?
The principal cast of Kayla includes Tod Fennell, Henry Czerny, Bronwen Booth, Meredith Henderson.
When was Kayla released and how long is it?
Kayla was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kayla?
Kayla holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).