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The Railway Children Return

2022·Movie·PG·95 min·6.5(265)

A new adventure begins.

Follow a group of children who are evacuated to a Yorkshire village during the Second World War, where they encounter a young soldier who, like them, is far away from home.

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Where to watch The Railway Children Return in United States

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Where is The Railway Children Return streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAngel Studios, Kanopy, Hoopla, FawesomeAmazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube
United KingdomStudiocanal Presents Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaHooplaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR Play
SpainApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilGloboplayClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video

About The Railway Children Return

The Railway Children Return is a 2022 English-language drama, family and adventure film directed by Morgan Matthews. The cast is led by Jenny Agutter, Sheridan Smith, Tom Courtenay. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Angel Studios, Kanopy, Hoopla.

The Railway Children Return was produced by StudioCanal UK and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on July 15, 2022, and carries a PG certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.

Director
Morgan Matthews
Writers
Daniel Brocklehurst
Release date
July 15, 2022
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Box office
$0 million
Production
StudioCanal UK
#world war ii#sequel#yorkshire#train#1940s

The Railway Children Return cast & crew

The Railway Children Return was directed by Morgan Matthews and written by Daniel Brocklehurst.

The cast features Jenny Agutter as Roberta 'Bobbie' Waterbury, Sheridan Smith as Annie Waterbury, Tom Courtenay as Uncle Walter, Beau Gadsdon as Lily Watts, KJ Aikens as Abe, and Austin Haynes as Thomas Waterbury.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Edward Farmer, cinematography is by Kit Fraser, and it was produced by Jemma Rodgers and Alex Hamilton.

Is The Railway Children Return worth watching?

The Railway Children Return holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 265 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, family, and adventure, The Railway Children Return is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Railway Children Return

In United States, you can stream The Railway Children Return on Angel Studios, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and YOW.tv, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of The Railway Children Return

Jenny Agutter

Jenny Agutter

Roberta 'Bobbie' Waterbury

Sheridan Smith

Sheridan Smith

Annie Waterbury

Tom Courtenay

Tom Courtenay

Uncle Walter

Beau Gadsdon

Beau Gadsdon

Lily Watts

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KJ Aikens

Abe

Austin Haynes

Austin Haynes

Thomas Waterbury

Eden Hamilton

Eden Hamilton

Pattie Watts

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Zac Cudby

Ted Watts

John Bradley

John Bradley

Richard Perks

Hugh Quarshie

Hugh Quarshie

General Harrison

Hannah Wood

Hannah Wood

Miss Eckersley

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Oscar Wallwork

Jimmy

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The Railway Children Return — FAQs

Where can I watch The Railway Children Return in United States?

The Railway Children Return is streaming on Angel Studios, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome in United States.

Is The Railway Children Return on Angel Studios?

Yes — The Railway Children Return is currently available on Angel Studios in United States.

What language is The Railway Children Return in?

The Railway Children Return is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Portuguese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Railway Children Return?

The Railway Children Return runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).

What is The Railway Children Return rated?

The Railway Children Return is rated PG. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 265 ratings.

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