Spudwrench (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1998, Spudwrench is a notable film directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
What it’s about. This documentary by acclaimed filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin introduces us to Randy Horne, a high steel worker from the Mohawk community of Kahnawake, near Montreal. As a defender of his people's culture and traditions, he was known as "Spudwrench" during the 1990 Oka crisis. Offering a unique look behind the barricades at one man's impassioned defence of sacred territory, the film is both a portrait of Horne and the generations of daring Mohawk construction workers that have preceded him.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Spudwrench has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Spudwrench page.
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- Where can I watch Spudwrench (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Spudwrench change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Spudwrench worth watching?
- Spudwrench holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Spudwrench released?
- Spudwrench was released in 1998.