Hennessy
“The Most Intensive Manhunt Ever Mounted!”
Synopsis
Former Irish Republican Army member Niall Hennessy lives in Belfast, Ireland, with his wife and daughter amid the ongoing Irish-British conflict. Though he still knows people in the IRA, including fugitive leader Tobin, Niall has given up his violent ways. One day his family is caught in a chaotic street shootout and killed by British forces. Overwhelmed with rage and hunted by a Scotland Yard inspector, Niall heads to London to exact his deadly revenge.
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Rod Steiger
Niall Hennessy
Lee Remick
Kate Brooke
Richard Johnson
Insp. Hollis
Trevor Howard
Comdr. Rice
Peter Egan
Williams
Eric Porter
Tobin
Ian Hogg
Gerry
Stanley Lebor
Hawk
John Hallam
Boyle
Patrick Stewart
Tilney
David Collings
Covey
John Shrapnel
Tipaldi
Hugh Moxey
Stephen Burgess, MP
Margery Mason
Housekeeper
Paul Brennan
Maguire
Patsy Kensit
Angie Hennessy
Oliver Maguire
Mick
Elizabeth Romilly
Shop Assistant
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Don Sharp
- Screenplay & Story
- John Gay
- Original Score
- John Scott
- Original Title
- Hennessy
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- American International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Don Sharp
John Gay, Richard Johnson
John Scott
Ernest Steward
Eric Boyd-Perkins
Samuel Z. Arkoff, Peter Snell
Department Leadership Roster
Don Sharp
Director
Gerry Crampton
Stunt Coordinator
Ray Simm
Production Design
John Scott
Original Music Composer
John Gay
Screenplay
Eric Boyd-Perkins
Editor
Ernest Steward
Director of Photography
Peter Snell
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hennessy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hennessy about?
Former Irish Republican Army member Niall Hennessy lives in Belfast, Ireland, with his wife and daughter amid the ongoing Irish-British conflict. Though he still knows people in the IRA, including fugitive leader Tobin, Niall has given up his violent ways. One day his family is caught in a chaotic street shootout and killed by British forces. Overwhelmed with rage and hunted by a Scotland Yard inspector, Niall heads to London to exact his deadly revenge.
Who directed Hennessy?
Hennessy was directed by Don Sharp.
Who stars in Hennessy?
The principal cast of Hennessy includes Rod Steiger, Lee Remick, Richard Johnson, Trevor Howard, Peter Egan.
When was Hennessy released and how long is it?
Hennessy was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for Hennessy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hennessy was composed by John Scott.