Crackers
"Just your average bunch of biscuits!"
Originally released in 1998. Crackers is a comedy/family film. directed by David Swann.
Starring Daniel Kellie, Peter Rowsthorn, and Susan Lyons
Synopsis
Larceny, adultery, sabotage and treachery. Yes, just your typical Christmas with the Dredge family! Twelve-year-old Joey Dredge is in trouble again. Expelled for jumping off the school roof, he's haunted by his father's death and hates his mother's new boyfriend and his bullying son. Compounding his misery is the knowledge he has to spend Christmas with them at the family beach house. Things look grim until the unexpected arrival of great-grandfather Albert, fresh from a stint in prison. Forced to share the back shed with this swearing, farting and devious octogenarian, Joey's life changes. Between barbecuing the family dog, performing a self-burial and causing his intended step-father to consume a startling amount of hash, Joey learns a few life lessons from Albert, who despite his many vices may give Joey the strength to accept the past and embrace the future.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 9, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Box Office
$1.3M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $1,263,230
Production Companies
- Australian Film Commission
- Australian Film Finance Corporation
- Australian Film Corporation
- Trout Films
- Beyond Films
- Film Victoria
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crackers about?
Larceny, adultery, sabotage and treachery. Yes, just your typical Christmas with the Dredge family! Twelve-year-old Joey Dredge is in trouble again. Expelled for jumping off the school roof, he's ...
Who directed Crackers?
Crackers was directed by David Swann.
How long is Crackers?
Crackers has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Crackers released?
Crackers was released on July 9, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Crackers?
The main cast of Crackers includes Daniel Kellie, Peter Rowsthorn, Susan Lyons, Terry Gill, Maggie King.