Burke & Wills
They dared to challenge the unknown. They were the first. They crossed the Australian continent from Melbourne to the Gulf of Carpentaria.
A story based on true events about two explorers on a doomed journey trying to cross Australia on foot in the 19 century.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Burke & Wills
- Genres: History, Adventure, Drama
- Release Date: 1985-10-30
- Runtime: 140 minutes
- Rating: 4.9/10 (7 votes)
- Budget: $9,000,000
- Revenue: $1,600,000
- Production Companies: Stony Desert, Hoyts Edgley, Hemdale, Greater Union Organisation (GUO)
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3961
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Jack Thompson
as Robert O'Hara Burke
Nigel Havers
as William John Wills
Greta Scacchi
as Julia Matthews
Matthew Fargher
as John King
Ralph Cotterill
as Charley Gray
Drew Forsythe
as Brahe
Chris Haywood
as Tom McDonagh
Monroe Reimers
as Dost Mahomet
Ron Blanchard
as Bill Patton
Barry Hill
as George Landells
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke & Wills?▼
Burke & Wills is a History, Adventure, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1985-10-30.
Who are the main actors in Burke & Wills?▼
The main cast includes Jack Thompson, Nigel Havers, Greta Scacchi, Matthew Fargher, Ralph Cotterill, .
Where can I watch Burke & Wills online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Burke & Wills is available.
Is Burke & Wills based on a true story?▼
They dared to challenge the unknown. They were the first. They crossed the Australian continent from Melbourne to the Gulf of Carpentaria.
What is the IMDb rating of Burke & Wills?▼
Burke & Wills has an IMDb rating of 4.9/10 based on 7 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Burke & Wills?▼
The movie had a production budget of $9,000,000 and earned $1,600,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Burke & Wills?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Stony Desert, Hoyts Edgley, Hemdale, Greater Union Organisation (GUO). You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Burke & Wills filmed?▼
Burke & Wills was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Burke & Wills?▼
The total runtime of Burke & Wills is 140 minutes.
Is Burke & Wills suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Burke & Wills?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Burke & Wills.
Does Burke & Wills have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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