The Boxcar Children (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 2014, The Boxcar Children is an adventure, family and animation film directed by Mark A.Z. Dippé, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Four orphaned and homeless siblings happen upon an abandoned boxcar, which, they furnish with all the comforts of home. Fearful that they will be sent to live with their grandfather they have never met, the children keep their new home a secret.
Who’s in it. The Boxcar Children stars Illeana Douglas as Mary (voice), Mackenzie Foy as Violet (voice), Zachary Gordon as Henry (voice) and Joey King as Jessie (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, The Boxcar Children has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boxcar Children page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boxcar Children tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boxcar Children (2014)?
- In US, The Boxcar Children is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Boxcar Children worth watching?
- The Boxcar Children holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Boxcar Children?
- The Boxcar Children stars Illeana Douglas, Mackenzie Foy, Zachary Gordon, Joey King and Jadon Sand.
- When was The Boxcar Children released?
- The Boxcar Children was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.