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After Thomas
A true story of extraordinary friendship
Genres
Drama
Overview
Television film adaptation of the true story ("A Friend Like Henry" by Nuala Gardner) of a young autistic boy and his extraordinary friendship with his dog, Thomas.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
93 min
Release Date
2006-12-26
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
8
Vote Average
6.1
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Keeley Hawes
Nicola Graham
Ben Miles
Rob Graham
Andrew Byrne
Kyle Graham
Sheila Hancock
Granny Pat
Lorraine Pilkington
Rachel
Duncan Preston
Grandpa Jim
Clive Mantle
John Havers
Asa Butterfield
Andrew
Andy Pointon
Ian
Chris Larkin
Phil
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