Across Five Aprils
“A personal quest turns a young boy into a man.”
Synopsis
Jethro Creighton (Todd Duffey) is a young man of nine years from Southern Illinois who is growing up during the outbreak of the American Civil War. Helping his father farm is all he really knows. This makes things difficult when his kin fights for the Union Army, as well as the Rebel cause. He doesn't know who what to do. Should he fight for the Yankees, the Rebs, or just continue working on the farm? He has a cousin who is a deserter which he helps with food and a blanket; this is a crime not taken lightly. He writes Abraham Lincoln for advice on the matter. The president responds in a letter which guides him some, but more or less provides him with comfort; when a nine year old is in the midst of war, what is more important?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin Meyer
- Screenplay & Story
- Irene Hunt, Kevin Meyer
- Original Title
- Across Five Aprils
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Family Channel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin Meyer
Irene Hunt, Kevin Meyer
Department Leadership Roster
Kevin Meyer
Writer
Kevin Meyer
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Across Five Aprils
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What is Across Five Aprils about?
Jethro Creighton (Todd Duffey) is a young man of nine years from Southern Illinois who is growing up during the outbreak of the American Civil War. Helping his father farm is all he really knows. This makes things difficult when his kin fights for the Union Army, as well as the Rebel cause. He doesn't know who what to do. Should he fight for the Yankees, the Rebs, or just continue working on the farm? He has a cousin who is a deserter which he helps with food and a blanket; this is a crime not taken lightly. He writes Abraham Lincoln for advice on the matter. The president responds in a letter which guides him some, but more or less provides him with comfort; when a nine year old is in the midst of war, what is more important?
Who directed Across Five Aprils?
Across Five Aprils was directed by Kevin Meyer.
Who stars in Across Five Aprils?
The principal cast of Across Five Aprils includes Todd Duffey, Miriam Byrd-Nethery, John Touchstone, Hollis McCarthy, Patrick Cochran.
When was Across Five Aprils released and how long is it?
Across Five Aprils was released in 1990 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Is Across Five Aprils based on a book or true story?
Across Five Aprils is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Irene Hunt".