In Edwardian England, the Waterbury family's life is turned upside down when their father, Charles, is suddenly taken away by two men. The family is forced to move from their affluent London home to a rundown cottage in the rural village of Oakworth, Yorkshire. The three children, including teenage daughter Bobbie, struggle to adjust to their new life, which is marked by poverty and uncertainty. Their mother tries to make ends meet by writing stories, while the children find ways to occupy themselves near the local railway, where they get into various adventures. Despite the challenges, the family's inherent kindness and generosity earn them the admiration of the villagers. However, the children are left with many unanswered questions about their father's disappearance, which continues to weigh on their minds.
The Railway Children
In the Yorkshire countryside, three siblings embark on a thrilling journey to uncover the truth behind their father's mysterious disappearance, while navigating their new life with their mother.