Jacknife
"Three buddies in Vietnam. Two survived. Only one is really alive."
Originally released in 1989. Jacknife is a drama/war film. directed by David Hugh Jones.
Starring Robert De Niro, Kathy Baker, and Ed Harris
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (128 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Robert De Niro
as Joseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Kathy Baker
as Martha Flannigan
Ed Harris
as David 'High School' Flannigan
Ivar Brogger
as Depot Mechanic
Jordan Lund
as Tiny
Charles S. Dutton
as Jake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Bruce Ramsay
as Corridor Student
Jessalyn Gilsig
as His Girlfriend
Josh Pais
as Rick
Gabrielle Carteris
as College Girl in Bar
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Cineplex-Odeon Films
- Kings Road Entertainment
- Sandollar-Schaffel Productions
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.
How long is Jacknife?
Jacknife has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Jacknife released?
Jacknife was released on October 5, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jacknife?
The main cast of Jacknife includes Robert De Niro, Kathy Baker, Ed Harris, Ivar Brogger, Jordan Lund.
Is Jacknife worth watching?
Jacknife has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 128 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.