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The Greatest Store in the World
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The Greatest Store in the World

1999-12-24 · 74 min · ★ 5.6

Drama · Family · TV Movie

Geraldine and her two daughters, Livvie and Angeline, are living rough on the streets on London. When their van blows up, they must find an alternative place to stay. At first, they live in temporary housing, but the conditions are unbearable. Geraldine reacts quickly and the family decides to take up residence in Scottley's, the best department store in London. They must keep it a secret from doorman Brian (whom the girls call Mr. Whiskers), and a couple of bumbling thieves who want to rob the store safe of its jewels.

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Directors
Jane Prowse
Production companies
Film and General Productions
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Dervla KirwanDervla KirwanMum
Elizabeth EarlLivvy
Holly EarlHolly EarlAngeline
Peter CapaldiPeter CapaldiMr. Whiskers
Ricky TomlinsonRicky TomlinsonSanta
Sean HughesSean HughesElf
Helen SchlesingerHelen SchlesingerMiss Greystone
Brian BlessedBrian BlessedMr. Scottley
Amanda SymondsWPC Mathley
Philip WrightPhilip WrightMr. Norris
Kelly KnatchbullScrooge
Devon AndersonDevon AndersonDavid
Rachel StevensRachel StevensRachel
Hannah SpearrittHannah SpearrittHannah
Paul CattermolePaul CattermolePaul
Jon LeeJon LeeJon
Bradley McIntoshBradley McIntoshBradley
Isla BlairIsla BlairGrand Lady
Mark GouldHomeless Boy
Samantha SharpKid in Audience

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