Jacknife
📖 Synopsis
A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “Three buddies in Vietnam. Two survived. Only one is really alive.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama, War
- Director
- David Hugh Jones
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Robert De NiroJoseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Kathy BakerMartha Flannigan
Ed HarrisDavid 'High School' Flannigan
Ivar BroggerDepot Mechanic
Jordan LundTiny
Charles S. DuttonJake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Bruce RamsayCorridor Student
Jessalyn GilsigHis Girlfriend
Josh PaisRick
Gabrielle CarterisCollege Girl in Bar🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Jacknife about?
- A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
- Who directed Jacknife?
- Jacknife was directed by David Hugh Jones.
- When was Jacknife released?
- Jacknife was released on October 5, 1989.
- How long is Jacknife?
- Jacknife has a runtime of 1h 42m.
- Where can I track Jacknife?
- You can track Jacknife on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.
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