Overview

Toby and his sister Liz live with their aunt and uncle, who take in Cambodian orphan Hoang while he awaits foster placement. The trio become fast friends, and, as they explore a nearby wood, encounter a retired engineer living in an abandoned freight car. Playing off Toby's already active imagination, the kids and the engineer use the train car to make a fantastic journey to Cambodia.

Cast

Mickey Rooney, Jonathan Starr, Ky Huot Uk, Monique Mercure, Jean-Louis Roux, Guy Hoffmann, Valda Dalton, Jean-Pierre Saulnier

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What is "The Emperor of Peru" about?

Toby and his sister Liz live with their aunt and uncle, who take in Cambodian orphan Hoang while he awaits foster placement. The trio become fast friends, and, as they explore a nearby wood, encounter a retired engineer living in an abandoned freight car. Playing off Toby's already active imagination, the kids and the engineer use the train car to make a fantastic journey to Cambodia.

When was "The Emperor of Peru" released?

The Emperor of Peru was released in 1982.

Who stars in "The Emperor of Peru"?

The cast includes Mickey Rooney, Jonathan Starr, Ky Huot Uk, Monique Mercure.