Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Scottish Highlands during World War II, this enchanting fantasy adventure follows a lonely young boy named Angus MacMorrow, portrayed by Alex Etel, who discovers a mysterious egg on the shores of Loch Ness. When the egg hatches into a strange, mischievous creature that grows at an astonishing rate, Angus names it Crusoe and secretly nurtures it in the family’s boathouse with the help of the groundskeeper, played by Brian Cox. As the bond between boy and beast deepens, the creature’s increasing size and playful nature make it impossible to hide, especially with the arrival of a skeptical military unit, led by David Morrissey, who is hunting for a supposed enemy spy. Angus must protect his extraordinary friend from a world that fears the unknown, while the creature’s existence sparks a legend that will endure for generations. Directed by Jay Russell, this heartwarming tale blends whimsical wonder with the emotional weight of wartime loss, featuring a stellar performance by Emily Watson as Angus’s devoted mother.