Poor Man's Orange
"The sequel to The Harp in the South."
Originally released in 1987. Poor Man's Orange is a drama film. directed by George Whaley. With a runtime of 3h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Anne Phelan, Martyn Sanderson, and Anna Hruby
Synopsis
Like its predecessor The Harp In The South, Poor Man's Orange was also adapted for Australian television by the Ten Network in 1987. It continues the story of the Darcy family, living in the Surry Hills area of Sydney. Originally a novel by New Zealand-born Australian author Ruth Park, the book was published in 1949. The Darcys a poor, working class family of tough Irish stock - Mumma (Anne Phelan), dad Hughie (Martyn Sanderson), Roie (Anna Hruby) and the younger daughter Dolour (Kaarin Fairfax), through whose eyes we hear their story.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 14, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
3h 10m
190 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Quantum Films
- Anthony Buckley Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poor Man's Orange about?
Like its predecessor The Harp In The South, Poor Man's Orange was also adapted for Australian television by the Ten Network in 1987. It continues the story of the Darcy family, living in the Surry ...
Who directed Poor Man's Orange?
Poor Man's Orange was directed by George Whaley.
How long is Poor Man's Orange?
Poor Man's Orange has a runtime of 3 hours and 10 minutes (190 minutes total).
When was Poor Man's Orange released?
Poor Man's Orange was released on September 14, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Poor Man's Orange?
The main cast of Poor Man's Orange includes Anne Phelan, Martyn Sanderson, Anna Hruby, Kaarin Fairfax, Shane Connor.