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Phar Lap (1983)

Movie ★ 7.0 107 min

Drama Family History

Phar Lap, the big bold chestnut reigned as the king of the turf in the depression that gripped Australia of the 1930s. From his humble beginnings the New Zealand bred horse raced on to become the hero of a nation.

Simon Wincer Director

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Quick facts

Released
August 11, 1983
Runtime
107 min
Rating
PG
IMDb
tt0086102
Country
Language
Studio
John Sexton Productions

Themes

Cast

Tom Burlinson Tom Burlinson Tommy Woodcock Richard Morgan Richard Morgan 'Cashy' Martin Judy Morris Judy Morris Bea Davis Martin Vaughan Martin Vaughan Harry Telford Celia De Burgh Vi Telford Ron Leibman Ron Leibman Dave Davis Vincent Ball Vincent Ball Lachlan McKinnon John Stanton John Stanton Eric Connolly Peter Whitford Bert Wolfe Robert Grubb Robert Grubb William Nielsen Gia Carides Gia Carides Emma James Steele Jim Pike Alan Wilson Jockey in Steam Room John Stone Reporter at Stables

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Frequently asked questions

What is Phar Lap about?
Phar Lap, the big bold chestnut reigned as the king of the turf in the depression that gripped Australia of the 1930s. From his humble beginnings the New Zealand bred horse raced on to become the hero of a nation.
Who directed Phar Lap?
Phar Lap was directed by Simon Wincer.
Who stars in Phar Lap?
Phar Lap stars Tom Burlinson, Richard Morgan, Judy Morris, Martin Vaughan.
When was Phar Lap released?
Phar Lap is a 1983 drama, family, history film.
Where can I watch Phar Lap?
You can watch Phar Lap with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.