Just a Boys' Game (1979)

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Released:
1979-11-08

Overview:
Jake lives in the shadow of his dying grandfather, who was once the town's toughest hard man. Despite their hatred of each other, Jake's sole aim is to be as tough as the old man was. One day in Jake's life, as he drifts, drinks and fights, leads to a bleak realisation.

Director:
John Mackenzie

Runtime:
1h 11min

Genre:
Drama, Comedy, TV Movie

  • Cast:
  • Frankie Miller
    as
    Jake McQuillen
  • Ken Hutchison
    as
    Dancer Dunnichy
  • Gregor Fisher
    as
    Tanza
  • Jean Taylor Smith
    as
    Grannie
  • Hector Nicol
    as
    Granda