The Kick
2014-08-10 · 91 min · ★ 6.5
The dramatic behind-the-scenes story of All Black Stephen Donald and the pentaly kick that saved the 2011 World Cup.
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- Directors
- Danny Mulheron
- Production companies
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- Countries
- New Zealand
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 27,000,000
Top Cast
David de LautourStephen Donald
Josh McKenzieDan Carter
Geoff DolanGraham Henry
Tim GordonGraham Henry
Rachael BlampiedAlexTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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