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Kidnapped
(2005)
BBC (3pt)
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SYNOPSIS
In the politically divided Scotland of 1751, orphaned David Balfour leaves the peace of his idyllic Lowland home to seek out his inheritance from his estranged uncle. But before he can claim his rightful fortune, young Davie is launched on an extraordinary adventure where he must battle with slave-traders, evade capture by the British army's finest troops and learn some harsh truths about himself along the way. Fortunately for Davie he is helped in his quest by the one man in Scotland who is able to outrun and outwit the cleverest and most dogged of pursuers: the notorious and flamboyant Jacobite rebel - Alan Breck. Kidnapped remains one of the most exciting adventure stories ever written and this brilliant adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel is sure to excite and enthrall children and adults of all ages.
REVIEWS
Iain Glen is captivating as Alan Breck, vividly portraying the charismatic hero in all his comic and tragic glory.The Daily Express
This sublime and riveting television adaptation shows why Stevenson's novel remains such an enduring classic. The high seas of the 18th century and the rugged Highlands of the Jacobite rebellion are the tempestuous canvas upon which Davey struggles to find a new place for himself in the world after his uncle sells him into bondage. The cast, lead by a wonderfully flamboyant performance by Iain Glen, are excellent. And relative newcomer James Pearson makes Davie a very sympathetic central figure.
AWARDS
- Nominated Satellite Award Outstanding Motion Picture Made for Television
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Credits
Iain Glen
Alan BreckJames Anthony Pearson
Davie BalfourGregor Fisher
James StewartAdrian Dunbar
Alexander/Ebenezer BalfourKirsten Smith
CatrionaPaul McGann
Colonel MacNabJohn Bach
ClunyJake Lindesay
RansomeJohn Leigh
RankeillorAlexander Gandar
ShugGavin Richards
Captain HoseasonAndrew Robertt
Mr. RiachTania Anderson
Mrs. RobertsonEmily Barclay
MaddyLex Calder
FerrymanNorman Forsey
CatechistGilbert Goldie
MinisterKelson Henderson
Young ManRobert McCulley
Old ManGinette McDonald
Weaver WomanKimberly Mcgee
Young womanEdward Newborn
The Red FoxLee Tuson
Long Mile LeaderDirector
Brendan MaherWriters
Bev Doyle
Richard KurtiProduction Companies
BBC
South Pacific Pictures
Iain Glen is captivating as Alan Breck, vividly portraying the charismatic hero in all his comic and tragic glory. 
