Captain Johnno
Originally released in 1988. Captain Johnno is a family/drama film. directed by Mario Andreacchio.
Starring Damien Walters, John Waters, and Rebecca Sykes
Synopsis
A young deaf boy who calls himself "Captain Johnno" befriends Tony, an Italian fisherman in the small Australian fishing town they live in. Both feel outcast by the town and both share a great love of the sea. When Johnno's beloved sister leaves to go to boarding school, he is so upset he runs away to an island hiding place, causing much distress in the town. His friend Tony helps him understand how much he is loved and missed by the townsfolk and his family.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 17, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
8.3/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Australian Children's Television Foundation
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- Revcom Télévision
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Johnno about?
A young deaf boy who calls himself "Captain Johnno" befriends Tony, an Italian fisherman in the small Australian fishing town they live in. Both feel outcast by the town and both share a great love...
Who directed Captain Johnno?
Captain Johnno was directed by Mario Andreacchio.
How long is Captain Johnno?
Captain Johnno has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Captain Johnno released?
Captain Johnno was released on April 17, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Captain Johnno?
The main cast of Captain Johnno includes Damien Walters, John Waters, Rebecca Sykes, Michele Fawdon, Joe Petruzzi.