Child Catcher

The Child Catcher is a fictional and nightmarish character from the beloved book, film, and theatrical productions of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. He works for the Baron and Baroness of Vulgaria to kidnap and lock up the country's children.

Related Topics:
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - Vulgaria

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"There are children here. I can smell them," says the Child Catcher, as played by Robert Helpmann in the 1968 film.

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Around the time of his 2005 trial, the resemblance between pop star Michael Jackson and the Child Catcher character was often remarked upon by media commentators, an ironic comparison given the nature of the alleged offences.

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