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Hard Knuckle

1988-12-09 · 90 min · ★ 6.0

Thriller · Science Fiction · TV Movie

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.

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Directors
Lex Marinos
Production companies
Somerset Film Productions, Cine-Funds Limited
Countries
Australia
Status
Released

Top Cast

Steve BisleySteve BisleyHarry
Gary DayGary DayTopdog
David JayEddy
Esben StormEsben StormVince
Paul ChubbPaul ChubbMax
Graham MattersKevin
Susan LeithChris
Richard MoirRichard MoirAlistair
John SheerinJohn SheerinPedals
Bob BainesBob BainesCorbett
David SlingsbyDoctor
Andreas MarinosPeashooter
Saran DelingPeashooter's Mate
Brandon BurkeBrandon BurkeCounterhand
Les AsmussenObserver
Jaye PaulPool Player No 1
George ShevtsovGeorge ShevtsovPool Player No 2
Gumpy PhillipsM.C. (Jensen's)
Kjell NilssonKjell NilssonThe Bouncer
Martin NesbittTicket Guard

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