

The Blue Lightning
1986-05-07 · 95 min · ★ 6.7
Harry Wingate, a rugged adventurer, is hired by a gem collector to retrieve a priceless opal, known as "The Blue Lightning," from Lester McInally, a super-criminal with an army of killers operating in the Australian outback.
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- Directors
- Lee Philips
- Production companies
- Roadshow Coote & Carroll, Seven Network
- Countries
- Australia
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Sam ElliottHarry Wingate
Robert CulpLester McInally
John MeillonDr. William Giles
Rebecca GillingKate McQueen
Robert ColebyNinian
Max PhippsBrutus Cathcart
Ralph CotterillWords
Ray MeagherHale
Michael CarmanRoberts
Gary WaddellHennessey
Jeff TrumanSky Operator
Garry WhoMechanic
Peter FordQuentin McQueen
Ernie DingoPekeri
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