Lightning Jack
1994 • 98 min • Comedy · Western
Synopsis
Lightning Jack Kane is an Australian outlaw in the wild west. During a bungled bank robbery he picks up mute Ben Doyle as a hostage. The two become good friends, with Jack teaching Ben how to rob banks, while they plan Jack's last heist.
Our family guide
Best from age 12- 55 Audience · 143 · 100%
An Australian outlaw in the American Old West takes a mute young man hostage during a botched bank robbery. They form an unlikely friendship, with the outlaw teaching his new companion the ropes of bank robbing as they plan a final heist together.
- Violence & peril
- 3/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 3/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 1/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- The film portrays outlaws as protagonists.
- Characters engage in bank robberies.
- Some mild thematic elements.
What it models well
- Unlikely friendship
- Loyalty
- Mentorship
Talk about it after
- What makes someone a "good" or "bad" guy?
- The consequences of illegal actions
- Finding your voice and standing up for yourself
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Top billed cast
Director: Simon Wincer • Crew: Paul Hogan
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