The Legend of Molly Johnson Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Apr. 8, 2023

The Legend of Molly Johnson

Release Date: Friday, August 19, 2022 Limited

Director: Leah Purcell

Starring: Leah Purcell • Sam Reid • Rob Collins • Jessica De Gou • Benedict Hardie

N/A Drama 1 hr, 49 m

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: In 1893 on an isolated property, a heavily pregnant woman named Molly Johnson (Leah Purcell) and her children struggle to survive the harsh Australian landscape; her husband is gone, droving sheep in the high country. Molly then finds herself confronted by a shackled Aboriginal fugitive named Yadaka (Rob Collins). As an unlikely bond begins to form between them, secrets unravel about her true identity. Meanwhile, realizing Molly’s husband is missing, new town lawman Nate Clintoff becomes suspicious and sends his constable to investigate. The deadly encounter between Molly, Yadaka and the constable results in a tragic chain of events with Molly becoming a symbol of feminism and anti-racism.

Drama Western Period

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Who stars in The Legend of Molly Johnson – Cast List

L
Leah Purcell
Shayda, Jindabyne
S
Sam Reid
2:22, '71
R
Rob Collins
Limbo, Angel of Mine
J
Jessica De Gou
B
Benedict Hardie
Wolf Man, Upgrade
H
Harry Greenwood
Sleeping Dogs, True History of the Kelly Gang
T
Tony Cogin
N
Nicholas Hope
Limbo
M
Maggie Dence
B
Bruce Spence
The Dry, Children of the Corn
M
Malachi Dower-Roberts

Who is making The Legend of Molly Johnson – Crew List

Director: Leah Purcell
Screenwriter: Leah Purcell
Producers: Nicole Dade
David Jowsey
Angela Littlejohn
Leah Purcell
Greer Simpkin

Studio: Samuel Goldwyn Films
Production Companies: —

Production – What we know about the The Legend of Molly Johnson

Key Facts

In the Snowy Mountains, heavily pregnant Molly Johnson is pushed to her limits. With the burden of a dark secret and intruders to her property, Molly does whatever it takes to protect her children.
A a reimagining of Leah Purcell’s acclaimed play and Henry Lawson’s classic short story (7/5/2022).

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Jul 2022

Completed

Changed The Legend of Molly Johnson movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: N/A Not available
Runtime: 1 hr, 49 m
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

The Legend of Molly Johnson Trailers and Clips

The Legend of Molly Johnson

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The Legend of Molly Johnson Release Date: When was the film released?

The Legend of Molly Johnson was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, August 19 , 2022. There were 11 11 other movies released on the same date, including Beast, Bullet Proof and Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero. As a limited release, The Legend of Molly Johnson was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.

The Legend of Molly Johnson DVD & Blu-ray Release Date

The Legend of Molly Johnson is scheduled to be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Tuesday, February 27, 2023. Availability may vary by region. Pre-order your copy of The Legend of Molly Johnson today on Amazon.

The Legend of Molly Johnson Digital Release Date

The Legend of Molly Johnson is coming out across all major streaming and cable platforms on Friday, August 19, 2022. Digital rental or purchase allows you to instantly stream and download to watch anywhere and anytime on your favorite devices.