The Treasure Seekers (1996)
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Adapted from the historical novel by Edith Nesbit, this family-oriented comedy-drama concerns Richard Barnstable (Nicholas Farrell), an eccentric widower and father of five who is trying to perfect a new form of refrigeration. Barnstable's tinkering doesn't bring in much money and his children suddenly find themselves spearheading a campaign to save the family's home from creditors. Barnstable's brood receive some unexpected help from a noted explorer (James Wilby) and a sympathetic female doctor (Gina McKee). ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
- Starring:
- Nicholas Farrell, James Wilby, (more)
- Director(s):
- Juliet May
- Format(s):
- DVD
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Synopsis of The Treasure Seekers
Adapted from the historical novel by Edith Nesbit, this family-oriented comedy-drama concerns Richard Barnstable (Nicholas Farrell), an eccentric widower and father of five who is trying to perfect a new form of refrigeration. Barnstable's tinkering doesn't bring in much money and his children suddenly find themselves spearheading a campaign to save the family's home from creditors. Barnstable's brood receive some unexpected help from a noted explorer (James Wilby) and a sympathetic female doctor (Gina McKee). ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 97 mins
Complete Cast of The Treasure Seekers
- Nicholas Farrell - Richard Bastable
- Gina McKee - Dr. Mary Leslie
- Donald Sinden - Old Wincott
- James Wilby - Henry Carlisle
- Ian Richardson - Haig
- Keira Knightley - The Princess
- Director(s):
- Juliet May
- Writer(s):
- Olivia Hetreed
- Producer(s):
- Alan Horrox
- Categories:
- Family & Kids
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