The Pinballs(1977)
Three orphans from very different backgrounds find themselves living with the same foster couple while waiting to be adopted.
Movie: The Pinballs
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Carlie Higgins
Harvey
Mrs. Mason
Mr. Mason
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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