Storyline
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.
Principal Cast
Robert De Niro
Joseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Kathy Baker
Martha Flannigan
Ed Harris
David 'High School' Flannigan
Ivar Brogger
Depot Mechanic
Jordan Lund
Tiny
Charles S. Dutton
Jake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Bruce Ramsay
Corridor Student
Jessalyn Gilsig
His Girlfriend
Media Information
DirectorDavid Hugh Jones
StatusReleased
Runtime102 min
Genres
DramaWar
Release Date1989-10-05
LanguageEnglish
CountryUnited States of America
Production
Cineplex-Odeon Films
Kings Road Entertainment
Sandollar-Schaffel Productions