Synopsis
When honest young Tolly is forced on the run with ‘Black Jack’, a villainous ruffian, adventure and mishap are never far away. As the two enter a world of body-snatchers, private lunatic asylums, and travelling fairs, they find friendship in the most unlikely places.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
22 audience votes
Key crew
Cast
- Jean FranvalBlack Jack
- Stephen HirstBartholomew 'Tolly' Pickering
- Louise CooperBelle Carter
- Pat WallisMrs Gorgandy
- John YoungDr Hunter
- William MooreMr Carter
- Doreen MantleMrs Carter
- Russell WatersDr Jones
- David RappaportTom Thumb's Army
- Mike EdmondsTom Thumb's Army
- Malcolm DixonTom Thumb's Army
- Phil AskhamHangman
Stills
Themes
northern englandbased on novel or bookblackmailcarnivalapprenticeyorkshirestagecoach18th centurychild protagonist