The Pinballs
Genres
Overview
Three orphans from very different backgrounds find themselves living with the same foster couple while waiting to be adopted.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
45 min
Release Date
1977-10-26
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
0
Vote Average
0
Kristy McNichol
Carlie Higgins
Sparky Marcus
Thomas J
Johnny Doran
Harvey
Priscilla Morrill
Mrs. Mason
Walter Brooke
Mr. Mason
Barry Coe
Harvey's Dad
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