John and the Missus
Synopsis
A small Canadian town is devasted when a local mine--the town's only source of income--is closed. One man incurs the wrath of the townsmen when he stubbornly refuses the small amount of settlement money offered by the government.
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John and the Missus (1987) - Clip
Type: Clip • Published 2013-08-14
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Gordon Pinsent
John Munn
Jackie Burroughs
Missus
Randy Follett
Matt
Jessica Steen
Faith
Greg Thomey
Jimmy Ludlow
Roland Hewgill
Fred Budgell
Timothy Webber
Danny Boland
Neil Munro
Tom Noble
Jane Dingle
Mavis Sheppard
Doug Seymour
Old Man
Mack Furlong
Drummer
Paul Steffler
Pianist
Rick Hollett
Sax Player
George Earle
Mr. Godden
Richard Clark
Jeff Pitcher
Lulu Keating
Winn
Brian Downey
Burgess
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 23, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Pinsent
- Screenplay & Story
- Gordon Pinsent
- Original Score
- Michael Conway Baker
- Original Title
- John and the Missus
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Big Island Motion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Pinsent
Gordon Pinsent
Michael Conway Baker
Bruce Nyznik
John Hunter, Peter O'Brian
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Pinsent
Director
Gordon Pinsent
Writer
John Hunter
Producer
Peter O'Brian
Producer
Michael Conway Baker
Original Music Composer
Bruce Nyznik
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is John and the Missus about?
A small Canadian town is devasted when a local mine--the town's only source of income--is closed. One man incurs the wrath of the townsmen when he stubbornly refuses the small amount of settlement money offered by the government.
Who directed John and the Missus?
John and the Missus was directed by Gordon Pinsent.
Who stars in John and the Missus?
The principal cast of John and the Missus includes Gordon Pinsent, Jackie Burroughs, Randy Follett, Jessica Steen, Greg Thomey.
When was John and the Missus released and how long is it?
John and the Missus was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for John and the Missus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for John and the Missus was composed by Michael Conway Baker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for John and the Missus?
John and the Missus holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).