The Children of Green Knowe
Limited Series 1986 · 4 eps · ★ 7.0 · Action & Adventure, Drama, Family
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A young boy goes to live with his great-grandmother. While she tells him stories of his ancestors, he begins to see the spirits of children who lived in the house during the reign of Charles II.
Directed by Colin Cant · Written by John Stadelman
Network: BBC One
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Alec Christie Tolly -
Daphne Oxenford Mrs Oldknow
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