Rebel
“He's a fighter and a rebel. She's dynamite, she's dazzling. To the world he's trouble. But to Kathy, he's a hero”
Synopsis
This drama is set in World War II Australia, where an American Marine, Rebel is recuperating from wounds suffered in battle. He is weary of war and is intent on going AWOL and escaping from Australia. He becomes infatuated with a local singer, Kathy and pursues her. Kathy is married and initially is not interested in him, but later begins to love Rebel. Kathy receives a letter advising her that her husband was killed in battle. The local police and the U.S. Military are searching for Rebel as an AWOL soldier. Rebel arranges to escape Austalia by a cargo ship, but eventually allows himself to be arrested in order to keep the local police from arresting Kathy for harboring him
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Rebel ( 1985 Trailer )
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-04-25
Top Cast
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Matt Dillon
Rebel
Debra Byrne
Kathy McLeod
Bryan Brown
Tiger
Bill Hunter
Browning
Ray Barrett
Bubbles
Julie Nihill
Joycie
John O'May
Benie
Kim Deacon
Hazel
Isabelle Anderson
Mrs. Palmer
Sheree da Costa
Barbara
Joy Smithers
Mary, All Girl Band
Cassandra Delaney
All Girl Band
Antoinette Byron
All Girl Band
Nicky Crayson
All Girl Band
Nikki Coghill
All Girl Band
Sally Phillips
All Girl Band
Betti Summerson
All Girl Band
Lissa Ross
All Girl Band
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 5, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$5M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Jenkins
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Herbert, Michael Jenkins
- Original Score
- Chris Neal, Peter Best
- Original Title
- Rebel
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Budget
- $5M
- Production Studios
- J&M Entertainment, Roadshow Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Jenkins
Bob Herbert, Michael Jenkins
Chris Neal, Peter Best
Peter James
Michael Honey
Bonnie Harris, Phillip Emanuel, Robyn Campbell-Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Jenkins
Director
Bob Herbert
Screenplay
Michael Jenkins
Screenplay
Brian Thomson
Production Design
Michael Honey
Editor
Roger Kirk
Costume Design
Peter James
Director of Photography
Phillip Emanuel
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rebel
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What is Rebel about?
This drama is set in World War II Australia, where an American Marine, Rebel is recuperating from wounds suffered in battle. He is weary of war and is intent on going AWOL and escaping from Australia. He becomes infatuated with a local singer, Kathy and pursues her. Kathy is married and initially is not interested in him, but later begins to love Rebel. Kathy receives a letter advising her that her husband was killed in battle. The local police and the U.S. Military are searching for Rebel as an AWOL soldier. Rebel arranges to escape Austalia by a cargo ship, but eventually allows himself to be arrested in order to keep the local police from arresting Kathy for harboring him
Who directed Rebel?
Rebel was directed by Michael Jenkins.
Who stars in Rebel?
The principal cast of Rebel includes Matt Dillon, Debra Byrne, Bryan Brown, Bill Hunter, Ray Barrett.
When was Rebel released and how long is it?
Rebel was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Rebel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rebel was composed by Chris Neal, Peter Best.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rebel?
Rebel holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).