Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack
“Wickety-wak, into my sack!”
Synopsis
Adapted from an Appalachian Jack Tale set in the late 1940s, this tale follows a World War II veteran named Jack who, in return for an act of kindness, receives two magical gifts: a sack that can catch anything and a jar that can show whether a sick person will recover or die. Jack becomes a national hero when he rescues the president's daughter from a serious illness by capturing Death in his magic sack. However, after many years without Death in the world, Jack realizes that he has upset the natural order and releases Death to save humankind from perpetual old age and misery.
Top Cast
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Michael Heintzman
Jack
Mark Jaster
Beggar on Hill
Nancy Robinette
Waitress
Steve Monroe
Frightened Boy
Tom Agner
Mr. Bliven
Irwin Ziff
Angry Doctor
Gordon Weiss
Devil
Mark Jaster
Devil
Robert Chafitz
Devil
Keith Fulwood
Bliven's Helper
Michael Levick
Bliven's Helper
Norman Aronovic
Secret Serviceman
Edward Mays
Secret Serviceman
Prentiss Rowe
President
Kathleen Weber
President's Daughter
Dianne Couves
Old Lady
Dana O'Connor
Boy in Tree
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom Davenport
- Screenplay & Story
- Dick Cronin
- Original Score
- Bill Mansfield
- Original Title
- Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- Davenport Films, Folkstreams.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Davenport
Dick Cronin
Bill Mansfield
Arnie Sirlin, Tom Kaufman
Marcia Neidley, Randy Hort
Tom Davenport, Mimi Davenport
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Davenport
Director
Arnie Sirlin
Director of Photography
Tom Kaufman
Director of Photography
Marcia Neidley
Editor
Randy Hort
Editor
Bill Mansfield
Original Music Composer
Tom Davenport
Producer
Mimi Davenport
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack
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What is Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack about?
Adapted from an Appalachian Jack Tale set in the late 1940s, this tale follows a World War II veteran named Jack who, in return for an act of kindness, receives two magical gifts: a sack that can catch anything and a jar that can show whether a sick person will recover or die. Jack becomes a national hero when he rescues the president's daughter from a serious illness by capturing Death in his magic sack. However, after many years without Death in the world, Jack realizes that he has upset the natural order and releases Death to save humankind from perpetual old age and misery.
Who directed Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack?
Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack was directed by Tom Davenport.
Who stars in Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack?
The principal cast of Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack includes Floyd King, Michael Heintzman, Mark Jaster, Nancy Robinette, Steve Monroe.
When was Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack released and how long is it?
Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Soldier Jack, or The Man Who Caught Death in a Sack was composed by Bill Mansfield.