The Echo of Thunder

Apr 19, 1998

1h 38m

★ 5.8

Overview

Scenic settings in Australia enhance this Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation, a simple yet engaging tale about a teenage girl's adjustment to a new family.

Genres

Drama

TV Movie

Production Companies

Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions

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Cast

Gladwyn Ritchie

Judy Davis

Larry Ritchie

Jamey Sheridan

Lara Ritchie

Lauren Hewett

Neil

Ernie Dingo

Pearl Ritchie

Chelsea Yates

Bill Gadrey

Michael Caton

Opal Ritchie

Emily Browning

Gowd Gadrey

Jamie Croft

Mr. Calloway

James Wright

Jasper Ritchie

Ben Hanson

Jasper Ritchie

James Hanson

Garage Attendant

Reg Evans

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