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The Pinballs(1977)
Status: Released
Date: 1977-10-26
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Three orphans from very different backgrounds find themselves living with the same foster couple while waiting to be adopted.
Languages: English.
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Movie: The Pinballs
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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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Three orphans from very different backgrounds find themselves living with the same foster couple while waiting to be adopted.
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1977-10-26
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