Kangaroo
NR 1952 · 84 min · ★ 5.7 · Adventure, Drama, Romance
In turn-of-the-century Australia, two criminals ingratiate themselves with a rancher in order to swindle him. However, the two partners become rivals for the affection of the rancher's beautiful daughter.
Directed by Lewis Milestone · Written by Harry Kleiner
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Maureen O'Hara Dell McGuire -
Peter Lawford Richard Connor -
Richard Boone John W. Gamble -
Finlay Currie Michael McGuire -
Chips Rafferty Trooper 'Len' Leonard - L Letty Craydon Kathleen, McGuire's Housekeeper
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Charles Tingwell Matt -
Steve Dodd Sailor (uncredited)
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