
Wake in Fright
Have a drink, mate? Have a fight, mate? Have some dust and sweat, mate? There's nothing else out here.
A young schoolteacher descends into personal moral degradation after finding himself stranded in a brutal, menacing town in outback Australia.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Wake in Fright
- Genres: Drama, Thriller
- Release Date: 1971-07-21
- Runtime: 109 minutes
- Rating: 7.3/10 (298 votes)
- Budget: $750,000
- Revenue: $371,717
- Production Companies: NLT, Group W, United Artists
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.9542
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Gary Bond
as John Grant

Donald Pleasence
as Doc Tydon

Chips Rafferty
as Jock Crawford

Sylvia Kay
as Janette Hynes

Jack Thompson
as Dick

Peter Whittle
as Joe

Al Thomas
as Tim Hynes

John Meillon
as Charlie

John Armstrong
as Atkins

Slim DeGrey
as Jarvis
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Trailers & Clips
Original Trailer
Official Restoration Trailer
2024 Restoration Comparison
Official Trailer
Mark Kermode reviews Wake in Fright (1971) [subtitled] | BFI Player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wake in Fright?▼
Wake in Fright is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1971-07-21.
Who are the main actors in Wake in Fright?▼
The main cast includes Gary Bond, Donald Pleasence, Chips Rafferty, Sylvia Kay, Jack Thompson, .
Where can I watch Wake in Fright online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Wake in Fright is available.
Is Wake in Fright based on a true story?▼
Have a drink, mate? Have a fight, mate? Have some dust and sweat, mate? There's nothing else out here.
What is the IMDb rating of Wake in Fright?▼
Wake in Fright has an IMDb rating of 7.3/10 based on 298 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Wake in Fright?▼
The movie had a production budget of $750,000 and earned $371,717 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Wake in Fright?▼
The soundtrack was composed by NLT, Group W, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Wake in Fright filmed?▼
Wake in Fright was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Wake in Fright?▼
The total runtime of Wake in Fright is 109 minutes.
Is Wake in Fright suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Wake in Fright?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Wake in Fright.
Does Wake in Fright have a post-credit scene?▼
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