Set early during World War II, the film has a lot to say about love, honor, relationships, commitment and power. Keeping their promise to their dying black housekeeper, a white family takes in her teenage mentally-slow son. The movie details the joys and conflicts the family faces as a result of their decision.
| Release Date | December 15, 1996 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | The Summer of Ben Tyler | |
| Runtime | 1h 50min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | United States of America | |
| Production Companies | Hallmark Entertainment | |