During the Boer War, three Australian lieutenants are on trial for shooting Boer prisoners. Though they acted under orders, they are being used as scapegoats by the General Staff, who hopes to distance themselves from the irregular practices of the war. The trial does not progress as smoothly as expected by the General Staff, as the defence puts up a strong fight in the courtroom.

Edward Woodward
Harry 'Breaker' Morant

Jack Thompson
Major J.F. Thomas

John Waters
Cpt. Alfred Taylor

Bryan Brown
Lt. Peter Handcock

Charles Tingwell
Lt. Col. Denny

Terence Donovan
Cpt. Simon Hunt

Vincent Ball
Col. Ian (Johnny) Hamilton

Ray Meagher
Sar. Maj. Drummond
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Release Date
June 11, 1980
Runtime
1h 47m
Genres
Drama, History, War
Director