Captain Johnno (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 1988, Captain Johnno is a drama and family film directed by Mario Andreacchio, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. A young deaf boy who calls himself "Captain Johnno" befriends Tony, an Italian fisherman in the small Australian fishing town they live in. Both feel outcast by the town and both share a great love of the sea. When Johnno's beloved sister leaves to go to boarding school, he is so upset he runs away to an island hiding place, causing much distress in the town. His friend Tony helps him understand how much he is loved and missed by the townsfolk and his family.
Who’s in it. Captain Johnno stars Damien Walters as Capt. Johnno, John Waters as Frank, Rebecca Sykes as Julie and Michele Fawdon as Kathleen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Captain Johnno sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Captain Johnno page.
If you liked it. Fans of Captain Johnno tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Captain Johnno (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Captain Johnno change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Captain Johnno worth watching?
- Captain Johnno holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Captain Johnno?
- Captain Johnno stars Damien Walters, John Waters, Rebecca Sykes, Michele Fawdon and Joe Petruzzi.
- When was Captain Johnno released?
- Captain Johnno was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.