This draft, dated August 19, 1999, captures The Kid during a critical phase of its development, approximately ten months before its summer 2000 release. It represents a "pre-production" look at the project, written solely by Audrey Wells. Wells was instrumental in shaping the film’s emotional core, and this version highlights her specific vision for the character of Russ Duritz before final studio polishes.

The script is significant for its opening sequence, which introduces Russ (Bruce Willis) as a "handsome, tightly wound" man in an Italian suit, stuck in Los Angeles traffic. This specific draft establishes the "image consultant" persona with sharp, cynical dialogue that serves as the perfect foil for the arrival of his younger self. For collectors, this 1999 document serves as a bridge between Wells’ literary style and the final Disney family dramedy, offering a version of the story that predates the final marketing and editing choices.