Two young children, who, rather than part with an old pet lion who was once a circus performer, go on a perilous mountain trek to stay with a recluse friend.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Michael DouglasDanny Arlington Williams III | Danny Arlington Williams III |
 Jodie FosterSamantha | Samantha |
 Johnny WhitakerNapoleon | Napoleon |
 Will GeerGrandpa | Grandpa |
 Henry JonesMr. Amos Gutteridge | Mr. Amos Gutteridge |
 Vito ScottiDimetri the Clown | Dimetri the Clown |
 Ellen CorbyGertrude | Gertrude |
 Mary WickesEmployment Office Clerk | Employment Office Clerk |
 Arch JohnsonPolice Chief | Police Chief |
 Rex HolmanMark | Mark |
 ZambaMajor the Lion | Major the Lion |