Top Cast
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Claudia Karvan
Maxie Ireland
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Garry McDonald
Jones
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Molly
Herself (dog)
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Melissa Jaffer
Aunt Jenny
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Reg Lye
Old Dan
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Ruth Cracknell
Mrs. Reach
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Leslie Dayman
Bill Ireland
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Robin Laurie
Stella
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Mic Conway
Neville
Overview
After Dan collapses at a train station, he enlists Maxie to watch his beloved dog, Molly. Maxie develops a soft spot for her new furry companion - a dog which has a unique ability to sing in tune.
Rating
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