Movie

Hard Knocks

“Life wasn't meant to be easy.....but it wasn't meant to be this hard”

★ 7.0(1)19801h 25m

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Good to know

Director: Don McLennan
Release date: 1980-10-23
Runtime: 1h 25m
Language: English
Budget: $35,000
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: Ukiyo Films

About Hard Knocks

Hard Knocks is a 1980 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Don McLennan, starring Tracy Mann, Bill Hunter and Kim Rushworth. It has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Hard Knocks in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A young girl with a background of urban poverty and juvenile crime, attempts to become a fashion model. The hypocrisy and double standards of society are juxtaposed against the confusion and frustration she feels as she struggles to become part of a community that has no place for her.

Cast

Tracy Mann

Samantha

Bill Hunter

Brady

Kim Rushworth

Tim

John Arnold

Munch

Kirsty Grant

Debbie

Hilton Bonner

Frank

Max Cullen

Newman

Tony Barry

Barry

Penelope Stewart

Raelene

Jack Allen

Father

Deborah Conway

Pip

Anne Phelan

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Hard Knocks in Japan?+

Hard Knocks is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Hard Knocks on Netflix?+

Hard Knocks is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Hard Knocks?+

Hard Knocks has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

Who stars in Hard Knocks?+

Hard Knocks stars Tracy Mann, Bill Hunter, Kim Rushworth, John Arnold and Kirsty Grant.

When did Hard Knocks come out?+

Hard Knocks is a 1980 movie directed by Don McLennan.

What genre is Hard Knocks?+

Hard Knocks is Drama film.

Who directed Hard Knocks?+

Hard Knocks was directed by Don McLennan.