Jacknife
Seen it?1989 | 102 min | Drama, War
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a box office flop and a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for history buffs. If you loved The Deer Hunter or Casualties of War, start here.
- The mood
- Intense.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 42 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
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.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
69% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 32K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by David Hugh Jones
- 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 Girlfriend
- Josh PaisRick
- Gabrielle CarterisCollege Girl in Bar