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The Journey of Natty Gann

PG19851h 41mJeremy Kagan
IMDb 7.0 · Rotten Tomatoes 91% · Metacritic 66

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"The journey that made the impossible come true."

America is in the depths of the Great Depression. Families drift apart when faraway jobs beckon. A courageous young girl confronts overwhelming odds when she embarks on a cross-country search for her father. During her odyssey, she forms a close bond with two diverse traveling companions: a magnificent, protective wolf, and a hardened drifter.

AdventureFamilyDrama
Freight TrainGreat DepressionAttempted RapeHitchhikingInstitution

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Journey of Natty Gann (1985) about?

America is in the depths of the Great Depression. Families drift apart when faraway jobs beckon. A courageous young girl confronts overwhelming odds when she embarks on a cross-country search for her father. During her odyssey, she forms a close bond with two diverse traveling companions: a magnificent, protective wolf, and a hardened drifter.

Who stars in The Journey of Natty Gann?

The Journey of Natty Gann stars Meredith Salenger (Natty Gann), John Cusack (Harry), Ray Wise (Sol Gann), Lainie Kazan (Connie), Scatman Crothers (Sherman). The film was directed by Jeremy Kagan.

How long is The Journey of Natty Gann?

The Journey of Natty Gann has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1985. It is rated PG.

Is The Journey of Natty Gann worth watching?

The Journey of Natty Gann holds an IMDb rating of 7.0/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Adventure, Family, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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