Movie
Jacknife
1989R1h 42m6.4 / 10
Three buddies in Vietnam. Two survived. Only one is really alive.
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.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Jacknife was released March 10, 1989. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
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.
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More about Jacknife
Cast
Robert De NiroJoseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Kathy BakerMartha Flannigan
Ed HarrisDavid 'High School' Flannigan
Ivar BroggerDepot Mechanic
Jordan LundTiny
Charles S. DuttonJake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Bruce RamsayCorridor Student
Jessalyn GilsigHis GirlfriendCredits
- Directed by
- David Hugh Jones
- Written by
- Stephen Metcalfe
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
Production
- Cineplex-Odeon FilmsCanada
- Kings Road EntertainmentUnited States
- Sandollar-Schaffel ProductionsUnited States
Themes
vietnam war