The Overlanders
"A dramatic epic that echoes the heart beats of Australia's Greatness!"
Originally released in 1946. The Overlanders is a western/adventure film. directed by Harry Watt.
Starring Chips Rafferty, John Nugent Hayward, and Daphne Campbell
Synopsis
It's the start of WWII in Northern Australia. The Japanese are getting close. People are evacuating and burning everything in a "scorched earth" policy. Rather than kill all their cattle, a disparate group decides to drive them overland half way across the continent, from Wyndham in Western Australia through the Northern Territory outback of Australia to pastures north of Brisbane, Queensland.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1946
79 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (21 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ealing Studios
- J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Overlanders about?
It's the start of WWII in Northern Australia. The Japanese are getting close. People are evacuating and burning everything in a "scorched earth" policy. Rather than kill all their cattle, a dispara...
Who directed The Overlanders?
The Overlanders was directed by Harry Watt.
How long is The Overlanders?
The Overlanders has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was The Overlanders released?
The Overlanders was released on September 27, 1946 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Overlanders?
The main cast of The Overlanders includes Chips Rafferty, John Nugent Hayward, Daphne Campbell, Jean Blue, Helen Grieve.