Scottish orphan David Balfour is betrayed by his wicked uncle Ebeneezer, who arranges for David to be kidnapped and sold into slavery so that he cannot claim his inheritance. The boy is rescued and befriended by Alan Breck, a Scottish rebel fighting on behalf of his country's independence from the British.

Michael Caineas Alan Breck
Lawrence Douglasas David / David Balfour
Vivien Heilbronas Catriona / Catriona Stewart
Trevor Howardas Lord Advocate
Jack Hawkinsas Captain Hoseason
Donald Pleasenceas Ebenezer Balfour
Gordon Jacksonas Charles Stewart
Freddie Jonesas Cluny
Jack Watsonas James Stewart
Peter Jeffreyas Riach