Keeping the Promise (1997)

A colonial family seeks a better life in Maine's wilderness in this powerful adventure. When William Hallowell leaves behind 13-year-old son Matt to safeguard their claim, the boy relies on his new friendship with the Penobscot Indians for survival.

Cast (21)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Keith Carradine

William (Will) Hallowell

Annette O'Toole

Anne Hallowell

Brendan Fletcher

Matthew (Matt) Hallowell

Gordon Tootoosis

Sakniss

Maury Chaykin

Hunter Ben Loomis

David Cubitt

Boat Agent

A

Allegra Denton

Sarah Hallowell

Ruby Gillett

Katy

W

William Lightning

Attean

A

Ashley Saulnier

Older Child

B

Ben Saulnier

Young Man Walking

J

Justin Saulnier

Young Child

P

Pauline Saulnier

Woman with Children

T

Todd Saulnier

Man loading drum onto ship

C

Camilla Scott

Josie

M

Michael Stevens

Colonial

Benedict Campbell

Smithy

Chris Britton

Officer

Darrell Dennis

Jimnodo

Nell Geisslinger

D

Duke Redbird

Medicine Man

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