Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure
Synopsis
In 1728, 12-year-old James Annesley was snatched from the streets of Dublin and sold into slavery in America - the victim of a wicked uncle hell-bent on stealing his massive inheritance. Dan Cruickshank traces James's astonishing journey from the top table of 18th century society to its murky depths. The story, which helped inspire Robert Louis Stevenson's book Kidnapped, reveals some disturbing home truths that cast a shadow over the century of the Enlightenment.
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- Director
- Tim Dunn
- Screenplay & Story
- Dan Cruickshank
- Original Title
- Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- BBC
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Tim Dunn
Dan Cruickshank
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Tim Dunn
Director
Dan Cruickshank
Writer
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What is Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure about?
In 1728, 12-year-old James Annesley was snatched from the streets of Dublin and sold into slavery in America - the victim of a wicked uncle hell-bent on stealing his massive inheritance. Dan Cruickshank traces James's astonishing journey from the top table of 18th century society to its murky depths. The story, which helped inspire Robert Louis Stevenson's book Kidnapped, reveals some disturbing home truths that cast a shadow over the century of the Enlightenment.
Who directed Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure?
Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure was directed by Tim Dunn.
Who stars in Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure?
The principal cast of Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure includes Dan Cruickshank.
When was Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure released and how long is it?
Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 59m.