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Kayla (1997)

Movie ★ 7.0 96 min

Drama Family

Set in the 1920s, this film tells the poignant and inspiring story of Sam MacKenzie, a boy whose explorer dad disappeared on an expedition to the Arctic tundra. Unable to make friends, adjust to his new Canadian home or get along with his stepfather, Sam finds solace in Kayla, a wild dog he hopes to enter in a dogsled race. But when the community turns against Kayla, Sam must come to her rescue.

Nicholas Kendall Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 29, 1997
Runtime
96 min
IMDb
tt0119452
Country
,
Language
Studio
Ciné Télé Action,

Themes

Cast

Tod Fennell Tod Fennell Sam Mackenzie Henry Czerny Henry Czerny Asa Robinson Bronwen Booth Bronwen Booth Althea Robinson Meredith Henderson Meredith Henderson Jaynie Nightingale

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kayla about?
Set in the 1920s, this film tells the poignant and inspiring story of Sam MacKenzie, a boy whose explorer dad disappeared on an expedition to the Arctic tundra. Unable to make friends, adjust to his new Canadian home or get along with his stepfather, Sam finds solace in Kayla, a wild dog he hopes to enter in a dogsled race. But when the community turns against Kayla, Sam must come to her rescue.
Who directed Kayla?
Kayla was directed by Nicholas Kendall.
Who stars in Kayla?
Kayla stars Tod Fennell, Henry Czerny, Bronwen Booth, Meredith Henderson.
When was Kayla released?
Kayla is a 1997 drama, family film.
Where can I watch Kayla?
You can watch Kayla with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.