Breaker Morant (1980)
Breaker Morant is a 1980 drama movie directed by Bruce Beresford, with a running time of 1h 47m. It stars Edward Woodward, Jack Thompson and John Waters.
During the Boer War, three Australian lieutenants are on trial for shooting Boer prisoners. Though they acted under orders, they are being used as scapegoats by the General Staff, who hopes to distance themselves from the irregular practices of the war. The trial does not progress as smoothly as expected by the General Staff, as the defence puts up a strong fight in the courtroom.
Quick answers
What is Breaker Morant about?
During the Boer War, three Australian lieutenants are on trial for shooting Boer prisoners. Though they acted under orders, they are being used as scapegoats by the General Staff, who hopes to distance themselves from the irregular practices of the war. The trial does not progress as smoothly as expected by the General Staff, as the defence puts up a strong fight in the courtroom.
When was Breaker Morant released?
Breaker Morant was released on 11 June 1980.
How long is Breaker Morant?
Breaker Morant runs 1h 47m.
Who made Breaker Morant?
Breaker Morant was directed by Bruce Beresford.
Where can I watch Breaker Morant?
Breaker Morant is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.
Where to watch Breaker Morant
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
Watch free with ads: Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Shout! Factory TV, Tubi TV
Rent: Amazon Video
Buy: Amazon Video
Cast
- Edward Woodward as Harry 'Breaker' Morant
- Jack Thompson as Major J.F. Thomas
- John Waters as Cpt. Alfred Taylor
- Bryan Brown as Lt. Peter Handcock
- Charles Tingwell as Lt. Col. Denny
- Terence Donovan as Cpt. Simon Hunt
- Vincent Ball as Col. Ian (Johnny) Hamilton
- Ray Meagher as Sar. Maj. Drummond
- Chris Haywood as Cpl. Sharp
- Russell Kiefel as Christiaan Botha
- Lewis Fitz-Gerald as Lt. George Witton
- Rod Mullinar as Major Charles Bolton
