Little John (2002): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Little John is a 2002 drama directed by Dick Lowry, starring Ving Rhames as John Morgan, Patty Duke and Octavia Spencer. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes. Stream it on fuboTV and Hallmark TV.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Dick Lowry
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Little John About?
The premise of Little John without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A headstrong daughter of a Texas rancher gives birth to an unwanted child, puts him up for adoption and leaves home. Unaware, her father secretly raises the boy. Twelve years later she’s a successful family‑court judge in L.A., estranged from her dad and unaware of her son. When he decides she must meet him, their lives converge in Los Angeles, testing whether a child’s love can heal a fractured family.
Little John Themes & Keywords
· 3 tags- adoption
- estranged family member
- character name in title
Where to Watch Little John
Stream it on fuboTV and Hallmark TV. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Little John Cast & Characters
Ving Rhames leads the cast as John Morgan, with Patty Duke as Sylvia and Octavia Spencer as Waitress. Directed by Dick Lowry; 27 actors are credited in all.
- Director Dick Lowry
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Henry G. Sanders as Merle
Also Starring in Little John
· 23 more- Gloria Reuben Natalie Britain
- Geraldine Hughes Nurse #2
- Jack McGee Bailiff
- Marc McClure Mr. Davidson
- Bruce Nozick Doctor
- Scott Burkholder Mr. Williams
- Ruben Santiago-Hudson Steven
- Peter Van Norden Presiding Judge
- Adrian Sparks Cowboy
- Robert Bailey Jr. L.J. Morgan
- Adilah Barnes Aunt Etta Green
- Dianna Miranda Nurse #1
- Ellis Williams Lou
- Susan Merson Ms. Connors
- Wayne Thomas Yorke Bus Driver
- Dex Elliott Sanders Nelson
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- Rainbow Borden Messenger
- William Mesnik Mr. Bates
- Sean Squire Charlie
- Elizabeth Anne Smith Sister Mary
- Hayden Tank Benny
- Alyssa Gainer Lisa
- John Eric Brown Towns Person (uncredited)
Little John Plot Summary
What happens in Little John from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film unfolds as a rich blend of myth, magic, and modern curiosity, weaving an ancient tale into a contemporary quest. At the heart of the story is a sacred nose stud called the Mookuththi, a powerful artifact linked to a goddess and the temple that bears her name. According to legend, Parvathi, while dancing with her husband Shiva, drops the nose stud to the earth. This tiny, glowing piece becomes the focal point of a centuries-spanning struggle, attracting a malevolent force named Kalabhairavan, who waits many lifetimes to seize its power. The relic’s destiny is tied to a temple in Tamil Nadu, where the faithful believe it must remain within the goddess’s care to keep evil at bay.
Full summary
The whole story of Little John, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Little John?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What sacred artifact does the film revolve around?
Cars in Little John
13 cars on screen, including the 1989 Ford F-150 and the 1995 Buick Regal.
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1989 Ford F-150 Main role -
1995 Buick Regal Minor role -
1980 Flyer D 900 Minor role -
1995 Ford Explorer Minor role
Little John Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “L'enfant du passé” and “艰难抉择”.
- Also known as
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- L'enfant du passé
- 艰难抉择
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Little John FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Little John, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Little John?
Little John runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Little John released?
Little John was released on May 5, 2002.
Who directed Little John?
Little John was directed by Dick Lowry.
More films by Dick Lowry Who is in the cast of Little John?
Little John stars Ving Rhames as John Morgan, Patty Duke as Sylvia and Octavia Spencer as Waitress, among 27 credited actors.
Where can I watch Little John?
In the US, Little John is streaming on fuboTV, Hallmark TV and Hallmark+ (availability from JustWatch).
Does Little John have a post-credit scene?
No. Little John has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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