Squizzy Taylor
“The Larrikin, The Lover, The Legend!”
Synopsis
This Australian crime drama chronicles the life of notorious, keen witted, acid tongued 1920s Melbourne gangster Squizzy Taylor. Wormy and diminutive, yet cunning and determined small-time hoodlum Squizzy Taylor rises to prominence and popularity in Melbourne, Australia in the 1920's. Squizzy romances brash moll Dolly and works for bookie Henry Stokes before branching out on his own while being hounded by the police and courted by the press the whole time.
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David Atkins
Squizzy Taylor
Jacki Weaver
Dolly
Alan Cassell
Det. Brophy
Steve Bisley
Det. Piggott
Michael Long
Det. Piggott
Kim Lewis
Ida Pender
Robert Hughes
Reg Harvey
Cul Cullen
Henry Stokes
Peter Hosking
Angus Murray
Tony Rickards
Dutch
Paul Trahair
Young Detective
Peter Paulson
'Long' Harry Slater
David Scott
'Bunny' Whiting
Jenni Caffin
Tart with Squizzy
John Larking
Superintendant
Hardy Stow
Reporter
Ian Clutterham
Reporter
Adam Joseph
Reporter
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 7, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin James Dobson
- Screenplay & Story
- Roger Simpson
- Original Score
- Bruce Smeaton
- Original Title
- Squizzy Taylor
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin James Dobson
Roger Simpson
Bruce Smeaton
Dan Burstall
David Pulbrook
Roger Simpson, Roger Le Mesurier
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Simpson
Writer
Kevin James Dobson
Director
Jane Hyland
Costume Design
David Pulbrook
Editor
Logan Brewer
Production Design
Roger Le Mesurier
Producer
Dan Burstall
Director of Photography
Bruce Smeaton
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Squizzy Taylor
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Squizzy Taylor about?
This Australian crime drama chronicles the life of notorious, keen witted, acid tongued 1920s Melbourne gangster Squizzy Taylor. Wormy and diminutive, yet cunning and determined small-time hoodlum Squizzy Taylor rises to prominence and popularity in Melbourne, Australia in the 1920's. Squizzy romances brash moll Dolly and works for bookie Henry Stokes before branching out on his own while being hounded by the police and courted by the press the whole time.
Who directed Squizzy Taylor?
Squizzy Taylor was directed by Kevin James Dobson.
Who stars in Squizzy Taylor?
The principal cast of Squizzy Taylor includes David Atkins, Jacki Weaver, Alan Cassell, Steve Bisley, Michael Long.
When was Squizzy Taylor released and how long is it?
Squizzy Taylor was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Squizzy Taylor?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Squizzy Taylor was composed by Bruce Smeaton.