Black Jack (1979)
When honest young Tolly is forced on the run with ‘Black Jack’, a villainous ruffian, adventure and mishap are never far away. As the two enter a world of body-snatchers, private lunatic asylums, and traveling fairs they find friendship in the most unlikely places.
Director: Ken Loach
Genre: Adventure, History
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: September 9, 1979
Cast
- Jean Franval - Black Jack
- Stephen Hirst - Bartholomew 'Tolly' Pickering
- Louise Cooper - Belle Carter
- Pat Wallis - Mrs Gorgandy
- John Young - Dr Hunter
- William Moore - Mr Carter
- Doreen Mantle - Mrs Carter
- Russell Waters - Dr Jones
- David Rappaport - Tom Thumb's Army
- Mike Edmonds - Tom Thumb's Army
Screenplay
- Ken Loach
- Leon Garfield (Novel)
Music: Bob Pegg
Cinematography: Chris Menges
Editing: Bill Shapter
Production: Kestrel Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
northern england, based on novel or book, blackmail, carnival, apprentice, yorkshire, stagecoach, 18th century, child protagonist
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Black Jack about?
- When honest young Tolly is forced on the run with ‘Black Jack’, a villainous ruffian, adventure and mishap are never far away. As the two enter a world of body-snatchers, private lunatic asylums, and traveling fairs they find friendship in the most unlikely places.
- Who directed Black Jack?
- Black Jack was directed by Ken Loach.
- Who stars in Black Jack?
- Black Jack stars Jean Franval, Stephen Hirst, Louise Cooper, Pat Wallis, John Young, William Moore.
- How long is Black Jack?
- Black Jack has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is Black Jack?
- Black Jack is a Adventure, History film.
- Where was Black Jack produced?
- Black Jack was produced in United Kingdom.