Keeping the Promise
1997, English. Directed by Sheldon Larry.
A colonial family seeks a better life in Maine's wilderness in this powerful adventure. When William Hallowell leaves behind 13-year-old son Matt to safeguard their claim, the boy relies on his new friendship with the Penobscot Indians for survival.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Keeping the Promise is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Sheldon LarryDirector
- Keith CarradineWilliam (Will) Hallowell
- Annette O'TooleAnne Hallowell
- Brendan FletcherMatthew (Matt) Hallowell
- Gordon TootoosisSakniss
- Maury ChaykinHunter Ben Loomis
- David CubittBoat Agent
- Allegra DentonSarah Hallowell
- Ruby GillettKaty
- William LightningAttean
- Ashley SaulnierOlder Child
- Ben SaulnierYoung Man Walking
- Justin SaulnierYoung Child
Details
- Released
- 5 January 1997
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- Gerald Di Pego
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Keeping the Promise runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
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Which OTT platform is Keeping the Promise on?
Keeping the Promise is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Keeping the Promise?
If you liked Keeping the Promise, try The Nest, The Young One, 40 Acres.
Who directed Keeping the Promise?
Keeping the Promise (1997) was directed by Sheldon Larry and stars Keith Carradine, Annette O'Toole, Brendan Fletcher.