Hard Knuckle
“A shattered future. A legendary champion. A game where everything... is on the table.”
Synopsis
In the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Australia, the most popular sport is Hard Knuckle, a bloodier form of pool. Harry is a pool hustler, wants to beat Knuckle champ Top Dog, to get his bike back.
Top Cast
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Steve Bisley
Harry
Gary Day
Topdog
David Jay
Eddy
Esben Storm
Vince
Paul Chubb
Max
Graham Matters
Kevin
Susan Leith
Chris
Richard Moir
Alistair
John Sheerin
Pedals
Bob Baines
Corbett
David Slingsby
Doctor
Andreas Marinos
Peashooter
Saran Deling
Peashooter's Mate
Brandon Burke
Counterhand
Les Asmussen
Observer
Jaye Paul
Pool Player No 1
George Shevtsov
Pool Player No 2
Gumpy Phillips
M.C. (Jensen's)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lex Marinos
- Screenplay & Story
- Gary Day
- Original Score
- David Skinner
- Original Title
- Hard Knuckle
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Somerset Film Productions, Cine-Funds Limited
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lex Marinos
Gary Day
David Skinner
Julian Penney
Philip Howe
Jan Tyrrell, Grahame Jennings, Robert Sanders, Peter Ramster, James M. Vernon
Department Leadership Roster
Jan Tyrrell
Producer
Philip Howe
Editor
Helen Hooper
Costume Design
David Skinner
Original Music Composer
Michael Ralph
Production Design
James M. Vernon
Producer
Julian Penney
Director of Photography
Lex Marinos
Director
Gary Day
Writer
Claude Lambert
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hard Knuckle.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hard Knuckle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hard Knuckle about?
In the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Australia, the most popular sport is Hard Knuckle, a bloodier form of pool. Harry is a pool hustler, wants to beat Knuckle champ Top Dog, to get his bike back.
Who directed Hard Knuckle?
Hard Knuckle was directed by Lex Marinos.
Who stars in Hard Knuckle?
The principal cast of Hard Knuckle includes Steve Bisley, Gary Day, David Jay, Esben Storm, Paul Chubb.
When was Hard Knuckle released and how long is it?
Hard Knuckle was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Hard Knuckle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hard Knuckle was composed by David Skinner.