Movie

Orphan Train

“An uplifting adventure for the whole family”

★ 5.9(7)19792h 23m

Orphan Train is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 12 June 2026.

Where to watch Orphan Train

🇺🇸 United States

Good to know

Director: William A. Graham
Release date: 1979-12-22
Runtime: 2h 23m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: EMI Television

Orphan Train — trailer

About Orphan Train

Orphan Train is a 1979 movie in the Adventure, Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by William A. Graham, starring Jill Eikenberry, Kevin Dobson and Linda Manz. It has a runtime of 2 hours 23 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Orphan Train in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A dedicated social worker organizes a train trip for a group of slum orphans in 1894, taking them from New York City to the Midwest in search of new families and new lives.

Cast

Jill Eikenberry

Emma Symms

Kevin Dobson

Frank Carlin

Linda Manz

Sarah

Graham Fletcher-Cook

Liverpool

Melissa Michaelsen

J.P.

Glenn Close

Jessica

Morgan Farley

Mr. McGarrity

Severn Darden

Mr. Barrington

Charles Fields

Mouse

Peter Neuman

Ben

John Femia

Tony

Sara Inglis

Annie

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Orphan Train in United States?+

In United States, Orphan Train is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Orphan Train on Netflix?+

Orphan Train is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Orphan Train?+

Orphan Train has a runtime of 2 hours 23 minutes (143 minutes).

Who stars in Orphan Train?+

Orphan Train stars Jill Eikenberry, Kevin Dobson, Linda Manz, Graham Fletcher-Cook and Melissa Michaelsen.

When did Orphan Train come out?+

Orphan Train is a 1979 movie directed by William A. Graham.

What genre is Orphan Train?+

Orphan Train is Adventure, Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed Orphan Train?+

Orphan Train was directed by William A. Graham.