

I Know My First Name Is Steven (1989)
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Based on a TRUE STORY of a kidnapped boy who returned 7 years later
Overview
In 1973, 7-year-old Steven Stayner is kidnapped by pedophile Kenneth Parnell. Under the belief that Parnell has been given legal custody of him, and that his family has moved away, he stays with Parnell for seven years, enduring repetitive sexual abuse the entire time. Finally, in 1980, when Parnell kidnaps another young boy, Steven finds a way for them both to escape and return home.
Overview
In 1973, 7-year-old Steven Stayner is kidnapped by pedophile Kenneth Parnell. Under the belief that Parnell has been given legal custody of him, and that his family has moved away, he stays with Parnell for seven years, enduring repetitive sexual abuse the entire time. Finally, in 1980, when Parnell kidnaps another young boy, Steven finds a way for them both to escape and return home.
Top Billed Cast

Corin Nemec
Steven Stayner

Cindy Pickett
Kay Stayner

John Ashton
Del Stayner

Arliss Howard
Kenneth Parnell

Luke Edwards
Steven Stayner (Age 7)

Pruitt Taylor Vince
Irving Murphy
Jacob Gelman
Timmy White

Ray Walston
Bob Augustine

Peter Michael Goetz
Pat Hallford

Gregg Henry
Officer Kean
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