The Angel Doll
2002, English. Directed by Alexander Johnston.
The story of two small town boys from different sides of the tracks: 1950's childhood and self-redemption. Young "Whitey" Black (so called because of a tuft of blanched hair on the left side of his head) lives in poverty with his single mother and ailing, four-year old sister, Sandy. Just across town, young Jerry Barlow lives the advantages of a middle class lifestyle with both parents and his younger brother. When mischief casts Whitey and Jerry into a shared paper route, Jerry quickly learns of Whitey's desire to buy his sister an angel doll for Christmas. Even though no such dolls exist in their hometown, Whitey, Jerry and a host of colorful characters set out in search of Sandy's gift. Along the way, reversals of fortune, theft, prejudice and, ultimately, the boy's friendship opens their eyes to the vastness of the small town around them.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Alexander JohnstonDirector
- Keith CarradineAdult Jerry Barlow
- Betsy BrantleyMary Barlow
- Beatrice BushPearl Cumberland
- Pat HingleNoah Roudabush
- Gil JohnsonJack Barlow
- Nick SearcyCol. Brandeis
- Cody NewtonWhitey Black
- Michael WelchLittle Jerry Barlow
- Diana ScarwidFronia Black
- Nick AngelSanta
- Don Henderson BakerSomber Man
- Calleigh CrumplerEmily
Details
- Released
- 14 September 2002
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alexander Johnston
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What The Angel Doll is based on
The Angel Doll is adapted from a novel.
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The Angel Doll runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
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The Angel Doll isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Angel Doll?
If you liked The Angel Doll, try It's a Wonderful Life, A Christmas Carol, Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace.
Who directed The Angel Doll?
The Angel Doll (2002) was directed by Alexander Johnston and stars Keith Carradine, Betsy Brantley, Beatrice Bush.
What is The Angel Doll based on?
The Angel Doll is adapted from a novel.