Youngest and most innocent son who collects various animals on the island and successfully traps the tiger, ultimately choosing to stay on the island with his parents.
Precocious young son who befriends Old Yeller and Savage Sam, often gets into trouble.
Jimmy Bean is Pollyanna's playmate and fellow orphan. When Aunt Polly locks Pollyanna in the attic on the night of the carnival, Jimmy helps rescue her and reminds her that she is meant to lead the singing. Later, Pollyanna learns that he has been adopted by Mr. Pendergast, giving her comfort as her own recovery begins.
Toby is a ten-year-old boy who runs away from his foster home after being criticized by Uncle Daniel and joins the circus. He becomes attached to a chimpanzee, is deceived into believing his aunt and uncle do not want him back, and eventually returns home after uncovering the lie. His reunion with his family and circus performance form the story's emotional and narrative center.
Skipper is Harry and Katherine's 11-year-old son and the youngest member of the Willard family. He accompanies his parents, Amy, and Elliott on their voyage by ship and subsequent stay in Europe, becoming part of the family's unending comic adventures and shared memories.
A tiny but determined young elephant who seeks his father's approval. Despite frequent rescues and punishments, he runs away, faces jungle dangers, and ultimately proves his courage by sparing a mouse, earning respect and the title of top elephant.
Johnny is the Blue Raiders' young drummer boy, who defies his father's wishes and secretly follows the regiment into service. After refusing to go home, he persuades Capt. MacPherson to let him enlist officially. He rallies Union troops at Shiloh, later protects Gabe Trotter, carries an important message, and escapes Confederate capture.
Kevin Corcoran has 45 screen credits in a career dating back to 1954. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently The Old Yeller Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus, The Shaggy Dog, Pollyanna: The Making of a Masterpiece. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 4 universes
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