Samantha: An American Girl Holiday 2004
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 86 minutes
- Director
- Nadia Tass
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
What is Samantha: An American Girl Holiday?
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of "Samantha: An American Girl Holiday" (2004).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 86 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 23, 2004
- Original language
- EN
- Genres
- Drama, Family, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 55 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~86 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Title: Samantha: An American Girl Holiday
Year: 2004
Release Date: November 23, 2004 (US)
Platform/Premiere: The WB
Genre: Drama, Family, TV Movie
Runtime: 1h 26m (86 minutes)
Location: Shot in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Main Character: Samantha Parkington (kindhearted, young, wealthy)
Other Characters: Nellie O'Malley (moves in next door to be servant for Ryland family), Nellie's father, Nellie's two little sisters.
Plot: Samantha's world changes when Nellie O'Malley walks into her life. Nellie, her father, and her two sisters move in next door to serve the Ryland family. Samantha and Nellie become fast friends despite different backgrounds. They share happiness, sorrow, adventure, and danger. Samantha has adventures with three poor orphan girls.
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Should you watch it?
“A young girl forms an unlikely friendship with her new neighbor who works as a servant.”
- Explores the development of a friendship across different social backgrounds
- Based on the established American Girl children's book series
- Features a narrative centered on themes of happiness, sorrow, and adventure
- Viewers seeking fast-paced action or modern settings may find the period drama pacing slow
Watch it if you enjoy historical family dramas that focus on childhood friendships and social dynamics.
The film maintains a gentle, family-oriented tone with a steady, character-driven pace suitable for general audiences.
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The film is available to rent or buy through various digital platforms.
Is this film worth watching?
It is a suitable choice for viewers interested in historical family dramas based on the American Girl book series.
How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-six minutes.
Are there essential episodes to watch first?
As this is a standalone television film, there are no preceding episodes required to understand the story.
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