Kingpin
"There can only be one Kingpin"
Originally released in 1985. Kingpin is a drama film. directed by Mike Walker.
Starring Mitchell Manuel, Junior Amiga, and Nicholas Rogers
Synopsis
Willie, a likeable kid, forms a friendship with Rikki, a new arrival at the reform school. Willie discovers that Rikki is maybe tough enough to take on Karl, the kingpin. Although Rikki is strong, he does not like to fight, but tensions mount as Karl's bullying become more obnoxious. After being shown up by Willie, Karl loses his temper and gives Willie a thrashing. As a result, Willie joins with some other boys in an escape. They steal a car, get drunk, and have a serious accident. Meanwhile Rikki is in hospital, injured in a forestry "accident' engineered by Karl.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
New Zealand
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mitchell Manuel
as Riki Nathan
Junior Amiga
as Willie Hoto
Nicholas Rogers
as Karl Stevens
Judith McIntosh
as Alison Eastwood
Terence Cooper
as Dave Adams
Pater McCauley
as Paul Jefferies
Jim Moriarty
as Mike Herewini
Wi Kuki Kaa
as Mr Nathan
Buddy Ruruku
as Earl Masters
Faifua Amiga Jr.
as Willie Hota
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Morrow Productions
- Film Investment Corporation of New Zealand
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingpin about?
Willie, a likeable kid, forms a friendship with Rikki, a new arrival at the reform school. Willie discovers that Rikki is maybe tough enough to take on Karl, the kingpin. Although Rikki is stron...
Who directed Kingpin?
Kingpin was directed by Mike Walker.
How long is Kingpin?
Kingpin has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Kingpin released?
Kingpin was released on March 1, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Kingpin?
The main cast of Kingpin includes Mitchell Manuel, Junior Amiga, Nicholas Rogers, Judith McIntosh, Terence Cooper.