The Grasscutter
“Violence and death was his way of life...now it's his turn to pay the Price”
Synopsis
An Ulster Volunteer Force vigilante, turned police informer, is sent by the British government to New Zealand to start a new life, leaving behind his eldest son. Although his wife and two young boys are also in New Zealand, they are no longer together, and he has a new love interest. After some eight years his past catches up with him when former comrades show up, intent on extracting revenge. After two nearly successful attempts by them (in Dunedin), the action moves to a final confrontation and shootout in the hills above Queenstown.
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Terence Cooper
Jack Macready
Terence Cooper
Billy
Ian McElhinney
Brian Deeds
Judy McIntosh
Hannah Carpenter
Mitchell Manuel
Patu Beale
Mitchell Manuel
Claire Deeds
Raymond Hawthorne
Keen
James Coyle
Jim Wallace
Marshall Napier
Detective Inspector Cross
Temuera Morrison
Detective Sergeant Harris
Jon Brazier
Detective Sergeant McKay
Frances Barber
Claire Deeds
Lewis Rowe
Dunedin Club Manager
Hamish McFarlane
Andrew Deeds
Peter Vere-Jones
Kepple
Martin Maguire
Billy
Terry Hayman
LIVE Supporter
Ross McKellar
LIVE Supporter
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 30, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ian Mune
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Mitchell
- Original Score
- Don McGlashan, Wayne Laird
- Original Title
- The Grasscutter
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Finlayson Brewer Productions, Grasscutter Productions, ITV
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ian Mune
Roy Mitchell
Don McGlashan, Wayne Laird
Michael O'Connor, Matt Bowkett
Patrick Monaghan
Tom Finlayson, Ted Childs
Department Leadership Roster
Patrick Monaghan
Editor
Roy Mitchell
Screenplay
Michael O'Connor
Director of Photography
Robert Gillies
Production Design
Matt Bowkett
Director of Photography
Ian Mune
Director
Tom Finlayson
Producer
Barbara Darragh
Costume Design
Don McGlashan
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Grasscutter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Grasscutter about?
An Ulster Volunteer Force vigilante, turned police informer, is sent by the British government to New Zealand to start a new life, leaving behind his eldest son. Although his wife and two young boys are also in New Zealand, they are no longer together, and he has a new love interest. After some eight years his past catches up with him when former comrades show up, intent on extracting revenge. After two nearly successful attempts by them (in Dunedin), the action moves to a final confrontation and shootout in the hills above Queenstown.
Who directed The Grasscutter?
The Grasscutter was directed by Ian Mune.
Who stars in The Grasscutter?
The principal cast of The Grasscutter includes Terence Cooper, Terence Cooper, Ian McElhinney, Judy McIntosh, Mitchell Manuel.
When was The Grasscutter released and how long is it?
The Grasscutter was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for The Grasscutter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Grasscutter was composed by Don McGlashan, Wayne Laird.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Grasscutter?
The Grasscutter holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).