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I Know My First Name Is Steven
“Based on a TRUE STORY of a kidnapped boy who returned 7 years later”
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.
Last Episode Aired
1989-05-23
S1E2 — Part 2
Seven years after his abduction, 14-year-old Steven Stayner escapes from the clutches of Kenneth Parnell, along with Timmy - another kidnapped boy. The scene is set for Steven to testify against Parnell in court.
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
Jim Haynie
Officer Scott
Barbara Tarbuck
School Counselor
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