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Plot Summary:
The exciting adventures of an 11-year-old tomboy growing up in the Wisconsin frontier of the 1860s. Based on the children's book.
IMDB Rating: 6.7
IMDB Votes: 107
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 104 min
Plot tags: tension, suspense
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Through the Magic Pyramid (1981)
Plot Summary:
A lad finds himself magically sent back to ancient Egypt where he and the young King Tut team up to stop their evil and overly ambitious elders.
IMDB Rating: 5.6
IMDB Votes: 165
Genere: Action, Family, Adventure, Fantasy
Country: USA
Duration: 97 min
Plot tags:
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The Little Patriot (1995)
Plot Summary:
Join in one boy's heroic adventure as he fights in the struggle for freedom on the American frontier. James Todd is a young boy growing up in the hostile American wilderness-a rugged and dangerous land also inhabited by the American Indians. His peaceful life is shattered when the treacherous British troops suddenly storm through the countryside in an attempt to crush the American Revolution. During the battle for freedom, James is ruthlessly captured and held prisoner in the enemy fort by the brutal Major Smythe. But his bravery seems without limits as an unlikely and legendary alliance is forged with the neighboring Indians in a bold and fearless rescue effort. It is a rugged and wondrous adventure which culminates as the fortress is infiltrated and James narrowly escapes to lead the spirited fight against the British Red Coats.
IMDB Rating: 4.2
IMDB Votes: 126
Genere: Family, Adventure
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: independent film
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Blue Bird (1979)
Plot Summary:
In the middle of the 18th Century, the Ruster family immigrates to the United States. The father, a former farm laborer, leads a hard life as a settler along with his family. One day the nine year-old George, his second-youngest son, is kidnapped by Iroquois. He is taken in by an Indian family in the place of a deceased son and receives the name "Blue Bird." The boy has homesickness and difficulties accustoming to the customs of the Indians.
IMDB Rating: 6.0
IMDB Votes: 143
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family, Western
Country: East Germany
Duration: 96 min
Plot tags:
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The New Lassie (1989)
Plot Summary:
The New Lassie is an American children and family oriented drama series which aired in first-run syndication from September 8, 1989 to February 15, 1992. The series stars Will Estes as Will McCullough, Lassie's new master. Real life husband and wife Christopher and Dee Wallace-Stone co-starred as Will's parents. The New Lassie is essentially a sequel to the 1954 series, and was the latest in the line of works featuring the Lassie character, which debuted in the 1943 film Lassie Come Home, followed by several more movies and the aforementioned television series, which ran from 1954 to 1973.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 525
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 30 min
Plot tags:
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Lea to the Rescue (2016)
Plot Summary:
Born for adventure, Lea Clark heads deep into the Brazilian rainforest, where her most exciting story awaits.
IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 383
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 98 min
Plot tags: captivating, psychological, tense, suspense
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Dakota (2022)
Plot Summary:
Dakota, an ex-service dog, joins single mum Kate and her daughter Alex to live on their small-town family farm. Dakota quickly adjusts to her new home and becomes somewhat of a local hero, soon becoming inseparable from Alex. But when the farm’s existence is threatened by the town’s rogue sheriff, Dakota must help the family band together and save the land.
IMDB Rating: 5.3
IMDB Votes: 3000
Genere: Family
Country: USA, Italy
Duration: 96 min
Plot tags: captivating, entertaining, disturbing
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Appalachian Trial (2004)
Plot Summary:
Four children are lost in the woods during a camping trip with their parents in the foothills of the Appalachian mountains.
IMDB Rating: 5.4
IMDB Votes: 66
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 84 min
Plot tags: captivating, entertaining, disturbing, christian film
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The Glass-blower's Children (1998)
Plot Summary:
Based on the novel by Maria Gripe, this is the story of two children, Klas and Klara, growing up in the poor Swedish countryside of the mid-19th century. Their father Albert is a glass-blower, famous for his beautiful vases, but still unable to earn enough money for his wife Sofia and the children. At a spring fair a distinguished gentleman arrives and buys all of Albert's glassware. After this nothing will be the same again. Klas and Klara are kidnapped and taken to a strange castle.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 1000
Genere: Drama, Family
Country: Sweden, Norway, Denmark
Duration: 110 min
Plot tags: offbeat, serious, stylized
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Black Beauty (2015)
Plot Summary:
A modern retelling of Anna Sewell’s classic novel, Black Beauty explores the heartfelt story of 15 year-old Audry who makes the discovery of a lifetime whilst volunteering at a city animal shelter. Rescued from an abusive owner and recovering from a traumatic past, Black Beauty possesses a most unique quality of character, endearing itself to Audry and her Grandpa who adopt the horse in order to give it a second chance and perhaps even help revitalize their own family situation. Aided by dedicated trainer James and tested by the many challenges of equine life, Black Beauty has his work cut out for him as he embarks on a remarkable journey of discovery and friendship.
IMDB Rating: 3.6
IMDB Votes: 328
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 86 min
Plot tags: light, sincere, feel good, captivating
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Dumbo (2019)
Plot Summary:
Circus owner Max Medici enlists former star Holt Farrier and his children Milly and Joe to care for a newborn elephant whose oversized ears make him a laughingstock in an already struggling circus. But when they discover that Dumbo can fly, the circus makes an incredible comeback, attracting persuasive entrepreneur V.A. Vandevere, who recruits the peculiar pachyderm for his newest, larger-than-life entertainment venture, Dreamland.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 81000
Genere: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Country: UK, Canada, Australia, USA
Duration: 112 min
Plot tags: fairy tale, touching, sweet, emotional, sincere, sad, mystical, inspirational, mystic, costume drama
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Ride a Wild Pony (1975)
Plot Summary:
Scott, a poor farm boy, is given a wild pony from a wealthy ranch owner's herd to ride to and from school. Scott and his pony soon become an inseparable team, until one day the pony suddenly disappears. Soon after, the ranch owner's handicapped daughter Josie has a wild pony especially trained to pull her cart. But Scott is convinced that Josie's pony is actually his, which leads to a court battle that divides their small Australian town. One child must ultimately lose the pony when true ownership is decided.
IMDB Rating: 6.0
IMDB Votes: 231
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: Australia, USA
Duration: 91 min
Plot tags: exciting, realistic, semi serious
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Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012)
Plot Summary:
An all-new Disney holiday classic is born - Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups. Starring a brand-new litter of the cutest talking pups ever - Hope, Jingle, Charity, and Noble - it's perfect for the whole family. When Mrs. Claus travels to Pineville, the playful Santa Pups stow away on her sled. Taking mischief to a whole new level, they begin granting joyful wishes to Pineville's boys and girls, but something goes terribly wrong - the Christmas spirit begins to disappear. Now the Santa Pups and Mrs. Claus must race to save Christmas around the world. From the creators of Disney Buddies, this magical, heartwarming tale is brimming with hope, cheer, and Christmas spirit. Written by Paws.
IMDB Rating: 4.7
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 88 min
Plot tags: touching, feel good, humorous, semi serious, light, sincere
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Hildegarde, a Duck Down Under (2001)
Plot Summary:
A family's adventure to save one of their own - their beloved pet duck.
IMDB Rating: 4.7
IMDB Votes: 193
Genere: Family, Adventure
Country: Australia
Duration: 88 min
Plot tags: touching, feel good, humorous, semi serious
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The Yearling (1994)
Plot Summary:
In 1870s Florida, a rural family struggles to survive. A lonely twelve-year-old son, Jody (Wil Horneff), the lone surviving child, against his mother's better judgment eventually persuades his parents to allow him a pet fawn, which Jody grows to love deeply. Tragic conflict arises when the fawn begins eating the family's food crops.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 332
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: serious, emotional, realistic
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The Lost Treasure of the Knights Templar (2006)
Plot Summary:
Danish brilliant pre-teen student Nis uses his summer holiday to learn Latin so he can properly study the Knights Templar inheritance on Bjornholm island from sources. His friends Mathias, a dumb jock, and Kathrine, who only comes to spend time wear her dad, who really wanted a boy, prefer childish fun, but get dragged in his quest for a treasure. Mats's strength, Kathrine's connections and even Nis's bratty kid sister's blunt remarks contribute to find out about two brotherhoods, heirs of 12th century factions in the Templar order and deal with danger.
IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 1000
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: Denmark
Duration: 85 min
Plot tags: exciting, humorous, semi serious, tense, captivating, touching
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Belle and Sebastian, Friends for Life (2017)
Plot Summary:
12 year-old Sebastian has decided not to follow his father and Angelina to Canada, deciding to stay in the alps to watch over Belle who has now become the mother of three beautiful pups. When a stranger arrives claiming to be Belle’s rightful owner, Sebastian will do all it takes to protect his best friend and her little ones.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 865
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: France
Duration: 91 min
Plot tags: sincere, touching, captivating, suspenseful, scenic, stylized
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Smoke (1970)
Plot Summary:
Fourteen-year-old Chris is haunted by the death of his father and resentful of his stepfather Cal. He befriends a lost dog and names it Smoke, but tries to keep it a secret for fear Cal will take the dog away.
IMDB Rating: 6.7
IMDB Votes: 146
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
Plot tags: uplifting, touching, feel good, serious, emotional, realistic
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Cheetah (1989)
Plot Summary:
An American boy and girl, spending six months in Kenya with their scientist parents adopt a cheetah, only to realize that they must set it loose so that it can learn to hunt and be free. However, when the animal is captured by poachers planning to race it against greyhounds, the two city kids, together with a young African goat herder they befriended, head off into the wild to rescue the cheetah.
IMDB Rating: 5.9
IMDB Votes: 1000
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 83 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, semi serious, romantic, clever, touching, unusual plot structure, sweet, melancholic, twist ending
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The Biscuit Eater (1972)
Plot Summary:
Nothing warms the heart like the story of a boy and his dog. Lonnie (Johnny Whitaker) and Text (George Spell) are two friends determined, against all odds, to turn a misfit hound into a hero. Tennessee farmer and dog trainer Harve McNeil (Earl Holliman) tells his son Lonnie that his dog, Moreover, is a good-for-nothing "biscuit eater.".
IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 518
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: touching, feel good, humorous, semi serious
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White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf (1994)
Plot Summary:
A boy and his dog, White Fang, must try to save the noble Haida tribe from evil white men in turn-of-the-century Alaska.
IMDB Rating: 5.4
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 106 min
Plot tags: exciting, humorous, semi serious, sexy, enigmatic, feel good, unusual plot structure, entertaining, melancholic, surreal
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The Journey of Natty Gann (1985)
Plot Summary:
America is in the depths of the Great Depression. Families drift apart when faraway jobs beckon. In this masterful, atmospheric adventure, a courageous young girl (Meredith Salenger) confronts overwhelming odds when she embarks on a cross-country search for her father. During her extraordinary odyssey, she forms a close bond with two diverse traveling companions: a magnificent, protective wolf, and a hardened drifter (John Cusack). A brilliant, moving tapestry, woven of courage and perseverance.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 7000
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 101 min
Plot tags: touching, sweet, entertaining, scenic, feel good, inspirational, poignant, humorous, realistic, semi serious
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The Black Stallion Returns (1983)
Plot Summary:
"Black" is a stunning fire-and-silk stallion celebrated the world over. But to his young American owner, Alec Ramsay (Kelly Reno), he's much more. So, when the amazing animal is stolen, Alec will stop at nothing to get him back. Alec finally unravels the mystery of Black's theft...only to discover that he must overcome even greater odds to reclaim his beloved horse.
IMDB Rating: 5.9
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 103 min
Plot tags: independent film, tense, humorous, semi serious, exciting, inspirational, sexy, clever, feel good, breathtaking
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Snow Buddies (2008)
Plot Summary:
Dylan Sprouse, Jim Belushi and Kris Kristofferson lend their voices to this family-friendly tale about a feisty pack of golden retriever puppies that embarks on an Alaskan adventure. When they find themselves stranded in the northern wilderness, the canine offspring of famed sports star Air Bud team up with an experienced sled dog and a husky pup, who teach them the importance of working together.
IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 5000
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 87 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, touching, semi serious, offbeat
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The Adventures of Ociee Nash (2002)
Plot Summary:
Skyler Day stars as Ociee Nash, a spirited nine-year-old from rural Mississippi. Ociee's idyllic life is thrown into a tailspin when she's sent to live with her Aunt Mamie to become a "young lady". Ociee's true bravery, character, and spirit are put to the test in this uplifting family drama.
IMDB Rating: 6.0
IMDB Votes: 412
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 87 min
Plot tags: touching, feel good, semi serious, realistic, gothic, independent film, humorous
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Savage Sam (1963)
Plot Summary:
Travis, Arliss, and Lisbeth are captured by Apaches while Old Yeller's son, Sam, tracks their trail.
IMDB Rating: 6.0
IMDB Votes: 1000
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family, Western
Country: USA
Duration: 103 min
Plot tags: exciting, realistic, suspenseful, semi serious
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Against a Crooked Sky (1975)
Plot Summary:
The eldest daughter of a pioneer family is kidnapped by a mysterious Indian tribe and the eldest son pursues. In order to win back his sister's freedom, he must sacrifice his own life by passing the test of "Crooked Sky" and shield his sister from an executioner's arrow. Along the way, he recruits a broken down, drunk prospector to help him track down the unknown tribe and rescue his sister.
IMDB Rating: 5.4
IMDB Votes: 720
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family, Western
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
Plot tags: action adventure, independent film, rough, serious, realistic, suspenseful
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Cheaper by the Dozen 2 (2005)
Plot Summary:
Steve Martin and Bonnie Hunt return as heads of the Baker family who, while on vacation, find themselves in competition with a rival family of eight children, headed by Eugene Levy,.
IMDB Rating: 5.5
IMDB Votes: 62000
Genere: Adventure, Comedy, Family
Country: USA, Canada
Duration: 94 min
Plot tags: feel good, hilarious, humorous, touching, semi serious, funny, light, entertaining, family comedy, anamorphic
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Flicka (2006)
Plot Summary:
A headstrong 16 year old Katy McLaughlin desires to work on her family's mountainside horse ranch, although her father insists she finish boarding school. Katy finds a mustang in the hills near her ranch. Katy then sets her mind to tame a mustang and prove to her father she can run the ranch. But when tragedy happens, it will take all the love and strength the family can muster to restore hope.
IMDB Rating: 6.0
IMDB Votes: 8000
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Family
Country: UK, USA
Duration: 95 min
Plot tags: talky, sentimental, touching, realistic, teen, feel good, road movie, sad, humorous, semi serious
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Lassie (1994)
Plot Summary:
An update of the Lassie legend stars Thomas Guiry as a troubled city kid whose family retreats to the country, where he befriends the famous collie and changes for the better. Conflict develops when a ruthless sheep rancher causes trouble for everyone.
IMDB Rating: 5.8
IMDB Votes: 7000
Genere: Family, Adventure
Country: USA
Duration: 94 min
Plot tags: sentimental, touching, feel good, sweet, light, emotional, melancholic, semi serious, tear jerker, epic
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Far from Home: The Adventures of Yellow Dog (1995)
Plot Summary:
Teenager Angus adopts a stray dog and names him Yellow. Several days later, while travelling along the coast of British Columbia with Angus's father, John, the boy and dog become stranded when turbulent waters capsize their boat. Angus's parents relentlessly badger rescue teams. Angus, schooled by his father in wilderness survival skills, and assisted by the intelligent Yellow Dog, tries to attract rescuers.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 3000
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 81 min
Plot tags: sentimental, emotional, touching, exciting, serious, light, romantic, feel good, unusual plot structure, humorous