The Grasscutter
"Violence and death was his way of life...now it's his turn to pay the Price"
Originally released in 1990. The Grasscutter is a drama/thriller film. directed by Ian Mune.
Starring Terence Cooper, Terence Cooper, and Ian McElhinney
Synopsis
An Ulster Volunteer Force vigilante, turned police informer, is sent by the British government to New Zealand to start a new life, leaving behind his eldest son. Although his wife and two young boys are also in New Zealand, they are no longer together, and he has a new love interest. After some eight years his past catches up with him when former comrades show up, intent on extracting revenge. After two nearly successful attempts by them (in Dunedin), the action moves to a final confrontation and shootout in the hills above Queenstown.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 7, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
New Zealand
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Director
Top Cast
Terence Cooper
as Jack Macready
Terence Cooper
as Billy
Ian McElhinney
as Brian Deeds
Judy McIntosh
as Hannah Carpenter
Mitchell Manuel
as Patu Beale
Mitchell Manuel
as Claire Deeds
Raymond Hawthorne
as Keen
James Coyle
as Jim Wallace
Marshall Napier
as Detective Inspector Cross
Temuera Morrison
as Detective Sergeant Harris
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Finlayson Brewer Productions
- Grasscutter Productions
- ITV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Grasscutter about?
An Ulster Volunteer Force vigilante, turned police informer, is sent by the British government to New Zealand to start a new life, leaving behind his eldest son. Although his wife and two young ...
Who directed The Grasscutter?
The Grasscutter was directed by Ian Mune.
How long is The Grasscutter?
The Grasscutter has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was The Grasscutter released?
The Grasscutter was released on December 7, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Grasscutter?
The main cast of The Grasscutter includes Terence Cooper, Terence Cooper, Ian McElhinney, Judy McIntosh, Mitchell Manuel.