Kidnapped
1979 • Drama
David McCallum stars as the rebellious Alan Breck Stewart, and this ambitious serial (a co-production between HTV and Germany's Tele-Munchen) also features a host of British character actors, including Bill Simpson, Patrick Allen, Andrew Keir, Patrick Magee and Frank Windsor.
When young David Balfour arrives at his uncle's bleak Scottish house to claim his inheritance, his relative tries to murder him then has him shipped off to be sold as a slave in the colonies. Luckily for the lad, he strikes up a friendship with Alan Breck Stewart, who is on the run after Bonnie Prince Charlie's defeat at Culloden. When a ship's captain tries to kill Breck for his money, the two manage to get to land and set out for Edinburgh, dodging the ruthless Redcoats along the way.
Dive into the thrilling world of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel, 'Kidnapped'. As you turn each page, you'll be transported to 18th-century Scotland, a land brimming with adventure, danger, and heroism. Stevenson's masterful storytelling and unforgettable characters breathe life into a rich tapestry of historical events and personal journeys that can only be truly appreciated in the depth of the written word.
While the 1979 TV series offers a visual portrayal, nothing compares to the vivid imagination ignited by the book. The novel provides a deeper exploration of David Balfour's trials and transformations, offering insights into his motivations and growth. Experience the enchanting Caledonian landscape and the pulse of Jacobite tensions as only Stevenson can depict with his dynamic prose, making 'Kidnapped' a timeless adventure that promises to captivate readers far beyond what any screen adaptation could achieve.
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Kidnapped
by Robert Louis Stevenson
