Black Jack

(1979)Directed by Ken Loach105 minAdventure, History

When honest young Tolly is forced on the run with ‘Black Jack’, a villainous ruffian, adventure and mishap are never far away. As the two enter a world of body-snatchers, private lunatic asylums, and traveling fairs they find friendship in the most unlikely places.

Jean Franvalas Black Jack
Stephen Hirstas Bartholomew 'Tolly' Pickering
Louise Cooperas Belle Carter
Pat Wallisas Mrs Gorgandy
John Youngas Dr Hunter
William Mooreas Mr Carter
Doreen Mantleas Mrs Carter
Russell Watersas Dr Jones
David Rappaportas Tom Thumb's Army
Mike Edmondsas Tom Thumb's Army
Malcolm Dixonas Tom Thumb's Army
Phil Askhamas Hangman
Brian Hawksleyas Parson Hall
Dave Danielsas Footman
Michael Hinchcliffeas Footman
Packie Byrneas Dr Carmody
Joyce Smithas Mrs Carmody
Andrew Bennettas Hatch
Tiny Rossas Tom Thumb's Army
Arthur Daviesas Mr Hannah
Cilla Masonas Mrs Hannah
Jackie Shinnas Mr Arbuthnot
Les Hickinas Jed
Brian Lewisas Jethro