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The Little Convict
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The Little Convict

1979-12-20 · 76 min · ★ 6.8

Animation · Drama · Romance

In old New South Wales, a new bunch of convicts arrives, including young Toby Nelson. Consigned to a Government farm, they're subjected to the cruelty of Sergeant Billy Langdon and Corporal Weazel Wesley. Toby escapes and flees into the Australian bush.

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Production details

Directors
Yoram Gross
Production companies
Australian Film Commission, Yoram Gross Films, The Little Convict Syndicate
Countries
Australia
Status
Released
Budget
USD 535,000
Revenue
USD 606,000

Top Cast

Rolf HarrisRolf HarrisThe Storyteller / Grandfather
Sean HintonToby Nelson (voice)
Kerry McGuireKerry McGuirePolly Nelson (voice)
Paul BertramWilliam Watts / "Silly Billy"
Shane PorteousShane PorteousJack Doolan (voice)
Ron FalkRon FalkCapt. Pertwee (voice)
Richard MeikleSgt. "Bully" Langton (voice)
Brian Harrison(voice)
Harry LawrenceHarry Lawrence(voice)
Gary Marika(voice)
Gary FilesGary FilesGov. Lindsay Lightfoot (voice)
Anne HaddyAnne HaddyLady Augusta Lightfoot (voice)
Barbara FrawleyGranddaughter (voice)
Albert MuirCharacter Actor (live action)
Annabel QuinnCharacter Actress (live action)
Barry McDonaldCharacter Actor (live action)
Kerry DevlinCharacter Actor (live action)
John FarndaleCharacter Actor (live action)
Robert QuilterCharacter Actor (live action)

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