The Surfer
Synopsis
Sam Barlow is a Vietnam veteran who runs a small store that caters to surfers in this action thriller. When his best friend is murdered, Sam takes on the mobsters to avenge the death. With the help of a beautiful blonde, Sam uncovers a sex scandal involving a high-ranking government official. Also implicated are a sadistic soldier of fortune and a corrupt cop who tries to impede the investigation.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Shields
- Original Title
- The Surfer
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Vestron Video, Frontier Films, The Producers' Circle
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Surfer
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What is The Surfer about?
Sam Barlow is a Vietnam veteran who runs a small store that caters to surfers in this action thriller. When his best friend is murdered, Sam takes on the mobsters to avenge the death. With the help of a beautiful blonde, Sam uncovers a sex scandal involving a high-ranking government official. Also implicated are a sadistic soldier of fortune and a corrupt cop who tries to impede the investigation.
Who directed The Surfer?
The Surfer was directed by Frank Shields.
Who stars in The Surfer?
The principal cast of The Surfer includes Gary Day, Małgorzata Dobrowolska, Rod Mullinar, Tony Barry, Gerard MacGuire.
When was The Surfer released and how long is it?
The Surfer was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.