Jacknife (1989)
Three buddies in Vietnam. Two survived. Only one is really alive.
A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
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Robert De NiroJoseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Kathy BakerMartha Flannigan
Ed HarrisDavid 'High School' Flannigan
Ivar BroggerDepot Mechanic
Jordan LundTiny
Charles S. DuttonJake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Bruce RamsayCorridor Student
Jessalyn GilsigHis Girlfriend
Josh PaisRickMovie DNA
Genre affinityDramaDialogue densityDramaDirector preference236127Actor preference25017 · 69917 · 525Country preferenceUsDecade preference1980
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Frequently asked questions about Jacknife
What is Jacknife about?
A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
How long is Jacknife?
Jacknife has a runtime of 102 minutes.