Dakota(1988)
John Dakota is young bum with a hidden past. He meets a nice family and works on their ranch. He soon becomes a good friend of the disabled son and helps them overcome local problems.
Movie: Dakota
Top 10 Billed Cast
John Dakota
Aunt Zard
Rooster
Rob Diamond
Mr. Diamond
Mr. Dakota
Sheriff
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John Dakota is young bum with a hidden past. He meets a nice family and works on their ranch. He soon becomes a good friend of the disabled son and helps them overcome local problems.
Release Date
1988-12-02
Average
4.5
Rating:
2.3 startsTagline
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Languages:
English
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