The Emu War
“Only the dead have seen the end of war”
Synopsis
Based on the infamous Great Emu War of 1932, THE EMU WAR follows a rag tag platoon of soldiers who are driven into a brutal and bloody battle against Australia's deadliest flightless beasts. Haunted by the kidnapping of his son at the hands of the Emus, Major Meredith leads the platoon behind enemy lines in order to kill the emus Leader the Queen Emu.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2024-05-23
Top Cast
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Damian Callinan
Major Meredith
Lisa Fineberg
Mary-Sue Meredith
Aaron Gocs
Jackie
Dane Simpson
Archie
Ben Russell
Emu Boy/Graham
Lena Moon
Gertrude
Jonathan Schuster
Alan
Cameron James
Harold Holt
Ethan Marrell
Colonel
Luke McGregor
Terrified Soldier
Amy Moule
Queen Emu
Naomi Higgins
Wendy
Bailey Lackas
Soldier
Lachlan Macfarlane
Emu Guard (voice)
Aurora Morrissey
Young Mary-Sue
Adrienne Couper Smith
Beatrice
Jessirose Streker
Cyanide Soldier
Release History & Theatrical Window
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$21K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jay Morrissey, Lisa Fineberg, John Campbell
- Screenplay & Story
- Urvi Majumdar, Jay Morrissey, Jonathan Schuster, Lisa Fineberg, Dane Simpson, John Campbell
- Original Score
- Asher Pope
- Original Title
- The Emu War
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Worldwide Gross
- $21K
- Production Studios
- Hot Dad Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jay Morrissey, Lisa Fineberg, John Campbell
Urvi Majumdar, Jay Morrissey, Jonathan Schuster, Lisa Fineberg, Dane Simpson, John Campbell
Asher Pope
David McKinnar
Jay Morrissey
Lisa Fineberg, Jay Morrissey
Department Leadership Roster
Jay Morrissey
Director
Lisa Fineberg
Director
John Campbell
Director
Urvi Majumdar
Writer
Lisa Fineberg
Producer
David McKinnar
Director of Photography
Jay Morrissey
Writer
Jonathan Schuster
Writer
Lisa Fineberg
Writer
Dane Simpson
Writer
Jay Morrissey
Producer
Jay Morrissey
Editor
Asher Pope
Original Music Composer
John Campbell
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Emu War
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Emu War about?
Based on the infamous Great Emu War of 1932, THE EMU WAR follows a rag tag platoon of soldiers who are driven into a brutal and bloody battle against Australia's deadliest flightless beasts. Haunted by the kidnapping of his son at the hands of the Emus, Major Meredith leads the platoon behind enemy lines in order to kill the emus Leader the Queen Emu.
Who directed The Emu War?
The Emu War was directed by Jay Morrissey, Lisa Fineberg, John Campbell.
Who stars in The Emu War?
The principal cast of The Emu War includes Damian Callinan, Lisa Fineberg, Aaron Gocs, Dane Simpson, Ben Russell.
When was The Emu War released and how long is it?
The Emu War was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.
How much did The Emu War make at the box office?
The Emu War grossed $21K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Emu War?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Emu War was composed by Asher Pope.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Emu War?
The Emu War holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+.