The film opens in a happy, comfortable upper middle-class home in Victorian London. One night the three children see their father usher two strangers into his study. After an argument he leaves with them and does not return. They and their mother fall on hard times and eventually move to a cottage in the country. Yet they keep their spirits up and find ways to help others. Fascinated by the nearby railroad, they wave to the passengers faithfully every day, and their vigilance and courage prevent an accident. Their kindness makes friends of some important people who can help solve the mystery of their missing father.

Starring:

Amelia Bayntun, Ann Lancaster, Beatrix Mackey, Bernard Cribbins, Brenda Cowling, Christopher Witty, David Lodge, Deddie Davies, Dinah Sheridan, Dominic Allan, Erik Chitty, Gordon Whiting, Iain Cuthbertson, Jenny Agutter, Paddy Ward, Paul Luty, Peter Bromilow, Peter Russell, Sally James, Sally Thomsett, William Mervyn

Genre:

Drama, Family