Storyline

A WWII film about children evacuated from Britain and sent to Canada for their safety. The film begins in England with children seeking shelter as anti-aircraft guns roar outside. On their arrival in Canada, they are thrilled by the brightly lit cities, powerful Canadian trains, hot dogs and ice cream. They find, too, that instead of becoming Mounties or cowboys, they have to go to school. The closing sequence shows them learning to ski and skate and preparing for Christmas in their new homes.

Key Information

Director Stanley Hawes
Studio ONF | NFB
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Lorne Greene

Lorne Greene

Narrator

Frequently Asked Questions

Children from Overseas was released on July 15, 1940.

The runtime of Children from Overseas is 10m.

Children from Overseas is a Documentary movie.

Children from Overseas is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Children from Overseas was directed by Stanley Hawes.

The main cast of Children from Overseas includes Lorne Greene.

Children from Overseas is originally in English.