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Home Safe

1981

1h 14m

9.5(2 votes)

Drama

TV Movie

Overview

This drama demonstrates how obedience to Biblical principles can overcome the problems of permissiveness and lack of leadership in today’s family. The heartwarming conclusion presents a message of hope and encouragement for families everywhere.

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10 featured cast members

Starring

Newell Alexander

Newell Alexander

Miller

Anita Jesse

Henruta

Howard Culver

Grandpa Ollie

Michael Hornaday

Jeff

Gary Sessa

Jumpy

Tom Allen

Anderson

Ken Melton

Stringer

Joel Thingvall

Joel Thingvall

Robin

Gaylen Eller

Gettis

Mike Keen

Bubba Daddy

Creative team

Directed by: Donald W. Thompson
Written by: Russ Doughten
Donald W. Thompson

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