Run Wild, Run Free facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Run Wild, Run Free
Theatrical film poster
Directed by	Richard C. Sarafian
Produced by	Andrew Donally John Danischewsky Monja Danischewsky
Screenplay by	David Rook
Starring	John Mills Mark Lester
Music by	David Whitaker
Cinematography	Wilkie Cooper
Editing by	Geoffrey Foot
Studio	Meadway
Distributed by	Columbia Pictures
Release date(s)	28 March 1969 (1969-03-28) (London)17 October 1969 (1969-10-17) (United States)
Running time	100 minutes
Country	United Kingdom
Language	English

Run Wild, Run Free is a British drama film from 1969. It was directed by Richard C. Sarafian and stars John Mills and Mark Lester. The movie is based on a book called The White Colt by David Rook. It was filmed in a beautiful place called Dartmoor in England.

The story is about an English boy named Phillip (played by Mark Lester). Phillip has trouble speaking because of his feelings. He sees a wild, white pony on the open lands of Dartmoor. He decides he wants to befriend this special pony. An older man, a moorman (played by John Mills), helps him. A girl from a nearby farm, Fiona Fullerton, also joins them. A big part of the movie shows Phillip looking for the pony. His family also searches for him across the beautiful, often foggy, moors.

The Story of Phillip and the Pony

The film follows Phillip Ransome, a young boy who lives in the countryside. Phillip has a unique challenge: he is unable to speak. This is not because he can't, but because of his emotions.

One day, while exploring the vast Dartmoor moors, Phillip spots something amazing. It's a wild, white pony, running free. Phillip feels a strong connection to this pony. He decides he must try to tame it and make it his friend.

Phillip's New Friends

Phillip gets help from an older man known as the Moorman. The Moorman knows a lot about the wild lands and the animals there. He understands Phillip and helps him in his quest.

A girl named Diana, who lives on a nearby farm, also becomes Phillip's friend. She joins him on his adventures. Together, they explore the moors, hoping to find the white pony.

Searching the Moors

Much of the movie shows Phillip's journey to find and connect with the pony. The Dartmoor landscape is a key part of the film. It's shown as both beautiful and mysterious, with its wide-open spaces and thick fog.

Phillip's family also becomes worried when he goes off searching. They often look for him across the moors. The film is a heartwarming tale about friendship, nature, and finding your voice.

Meet the Cast

Here are the main actors who brought the characters to life in Run Wild, Run Free: