Movie

The Lighthorsemen

“They did what they were told... They didn't know it was impossible!”

★ 6.1(39)19872h 11m

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Good to know

Director: Simon Wincer
Release date: 1987-09-10
Runtime: 2h 11m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: FGH

The Lighthorsemen — trailer

About The Lighthorsemen

The Lighthorsemen is a 1987 movie in the War, Drama and History genres, directed by Simon Wincer, starring Peter Phelps, Nick Waters and John Larking. It has a runtime of 2 hours 11 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 39 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Lighthorsemen in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In 1917 when the British forces are bogged down in front of the Turkish and German lines in Palestine they rely on the Australian light horse regiment to break the deadlock.

Cast

Peter Phelps

Dave Mitchell

Nick Waters

Lighthorse Sargeant

John Larking

Stationmaster

Jack Heywood

Dave's Dad

Di O'Connor

Dave's Mum

Shane Briant

Reichert

Ralph Cotterill

Gen. Friedrich von Kressenstein

Bill Kerr

Gen. Sir Harry Chauvel

Grant Piro

Charlie

Tony Bonner

Col. Murray Bourchier

Serge Lazareff

Rankin

Gary Sweet

Frank

Themes & keywords

palestinehorseback ridingworld war ithirsthorseinfantrywater shortageturkish army1910s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Lighthorsemen in Switzerland?+

The Lighthorsemen is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Lighthorsemen on Netflix?+

The Lighthorsemen is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How long is The Lighthorsemen?+

The Lighthorsemen has a runtime of 2 hours 11 minutes (131 minutes).

Who stars in The Lighthorsemen?+

The Lighthorsemen stars Peter Phelps, Nick Waters, John Larking, Jack Heywood and Di O'Connor.

When did The Lighthorsemen come out?+

The Lighthorsemen is a 1987 movie directed by Simon Wincer.

What genre is The Lighthorsemen?+

The Lighthorsemen is War, Drama and History film.

Who directed The Lighthorsemen?+

The Lighthorsemen was directed by Simon Wincer.