Once Were Warriors
A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love.
A drama about a Maori family living in Auckland, New Zealand. Lee Tamahori tells the story of Beth Heke’s strong will to keep her family together during times of unemployment and abuse from her violent and alcoholic husband.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Once Were Warriors
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1994-09-02
- Runtime: 99 minutes
- Rating: 7.378/10 (449 votes)
- Budget: $950,000
- Revenue: $6,700,000
- Production Companies: Avalon Studios, New Zealand Film Commission, NZ on Air, Fish Entertainment
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.0832
- Languages: English, Maori
Cast & Crew
Rena Owen
as Beth Heke
Temuera Morrison
as Jake Heke
Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell
as Grace Heke
Julian Arahanga
as Nig Heke
Taungaroa Emile
as Mark 'Boogie' Heke
Rachael Morris Jr.
as Polly Heke
Joseph Kairau
as Huata Heke
Cliff Curtis
as Bully
Pete Smith
as Dooley
George Henare
as Bennett
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Once Were Warriors?▼
Once Were Warriors is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1994-09-02.
Who are the main actors in Once Were Warriors?▼
The main cast includes Rena Owen, Temuera Morrison, Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell, Julian Arahanga, Taungaroa Emile, .
Where can I watch Once Were Warriors online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Once Were Warriors is available.
Is Once Were Warriors based on a true story?▼
A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love.
What is the IMDb rating of Once Were Warriors?▼
Once Were Warriors has an IMDb rating of 7.378/10 based on 449 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Once Were Warriors?▼
The movie had a production budget of $950,000 and earned $6,700,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Once Were Warriors?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Avalon Studios, New Zealand Film Commission, NZ on Air, Fish Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Once Were Warriors filmed?▼
Once Were Warriors was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Once Were Warriors?▼
The total runtime of Once Were Warriors is 99 minutes.
Is Once Were Warriors suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Once Were Warriors?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Once Were Warriors.
Does Once Were Warriors have a post-credit scene?▼
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