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The beloved collie made her (actually, his) screen debut in "Lassie Come Home" (1943). A poor British family sells their dog in order to make ends meet, but Lassie escapes and makes a hazard-filled journey home. Roddy McDowall, Elizabeth Taylor star. Then, Laddie, the "Son of Lassie" (1945) helps master and RAF pilot Peter Lawford defeat the Nazis in Europe during World War II. Donald Crisp co-stars. And, a kindly Scottish doctor tries to cure the famous collie of her fear of water, in "Hills of Home" (1948). When the doc gets in trouble, Lassie attempts a risky aquatic rescue. Edmund Gwenn, Janet Leigh star. Also includes "Courage of Lassie." 6 1/4 hrs. total on four discs. Standard; Soundtrack: English.