Hard Knuckle
A shattered future. A legendary champion. A game where everything... is on the table.
1988 · 90 min · ★ 6.0 · Thriller, Science Fiction, TV Movie
In the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Australia, the most popular sport is Hard Knuckle, a bloodier form of pool. Harry is a pool hustler, wants to beat Knuckle champ Top Dog, to get his bike back.
Directed by Lex Marinos · Written by Gary Day
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Cast
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Steve Bisley Harry -
Gary Day Topdog - D David Jay Eddy
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Esben Storm Vince -
Paul Chubb Max - G Graham Matters Kevin
- S Susan Leith Chris
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Richard Moir Alistair -
John Sheerin Pedals -
Bob Baines Corbett - D David Slingsby Doctor
- A Andreas Marinos Peashooter
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