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Still from Mad Dog Morgan — Mad Dog Morgan (1976) — Philippe MoraPhotographed by Mike Molloy

Poster for Mad Dog Morgan

Philippe Mora

Mad Dog Morgan

English / 1976 / 1h 42m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Crime Drama Action Western

Letterboxd: 3.25/5·3K ratings·818 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

The true story of Irish outlaw Daniel Morgan, who is wanted, dead or alive, in Australia during the 1850s.

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Starring David Gulpilil
Position 3
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August 2022
Position 49

Credits

Crew

DirectorPhilippe Mora

WriterPhilippe Mora

CinematographerMike Molloy

ComposerPatrick Flynn

EditorJohn Scott

ProducerJeremy Thomas

Cast

Dennis Hopperas Daniel Morgan

Jack Thompsonas Detective Manwaring

David Gulpililas Billy

Bill Hunteras Sgt. Smith

Frank Thringas Superintendent Cobham

Michael Pateas Superintendent Winch

Wallas Eatonas Macpherson

John Hargreavesas Baylis

Robin Ramsayas Roget

Graeme Blundellas Italian Jack

Liza Lee-Atkinsonas Barmaid

Elaine Baillieas Farm Girl

Don Barkhamas Morrow

Kurt Beimelas Dr. Dobbyn

David Bracksas McLean

Liddy Clarkas Alice

Peter Collingwoodas Judge Barry

Peter Cumminsas Gibson

John Derumas Evans

Gerry Dugganas Martin

Mad Dog Morgan (1976) | Criteria