The Rowdyman
Originally released in 1972. The Rowdyman is a drama film. directed by Peter Carter.
Starring Gordon Pinsent, Frank Converse, and Will Geer
Synopsis
Will Cole is a charismatic 35 year old paper mill laborer who seems to celebrate a life of bad choices. He lives and behaves as if he was still 18, womanizing and drinking and rejecting responsibility because he sees no reason to take life seriously. Surprisingly enough, despite his devil-may-care attitude, he has several important people in his life. He maintains a special relationship with Stan, an old mentor who lives in a nursing home, and Ruth, the only woman he truly cares about. Andrew is his best friend but grows tired of Will's antics, and he is soon to be married and moving on. Will constantly has something up his sleeve but his pranks inevitably bring pain and tragedy to those closest to him, forcing him to reevaluate his life and make some difficult decisions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 18, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
2.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Canadian Film Development Corporation
- Agincourt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Rowdyman about?
Will Cole is a charismatic 35 year old paper mill laborer who seems to celebrate a life of bad choices. He lives and behaves as if he was still 18, womanizing and drinking and rejecting responsibil...
Who directed The Rowdyman?
The Rowdyman was directed by Peter Carter.
How long is The Rowdyman?
The Rowdyman has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Rowdyman released?
The Rowdyman was released on May 18, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Rowdyman?
The main cast of The Rowdyman includes Gordon Pinsent, Frank Converse, Will Geer, Linda Goranson, Ted Henley.