Satellite Boy (2012): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Satellite Boy is a 2012 family drama directed by Catriona McKenzie, starring Greg Tait as Aboriginal Liaison, Cameron Wallaby and David Gulpilil. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $161,780 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Catriona McKenzie
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Satellite Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Satellite Boy About?
The premise of Satellite Boy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When his grandfather’s beloved drive-in cinema and home in the remote outback town of Wyndham are threatened with demolition, a resourceful twelve-year-old Aboriginal boy embarks on a remarkable journey. Equipped with traditional survival skills, he must travel across the Australian bush country to confront city developers and protect his heritage and family. Courage and love guide his path in this heartfelt story.
Satellite Boy Cast & Characters
Greg Tait leads the cast as Aboriginal Liaison, with Cameron Wallaby as Pete and David Gulpilil as Jagamarra. Directed by Catriona McKenzie; 26 actors are credited in all.
- Director Catriona McKenzie
- Greg Tait as Aboriginal Liaison
- Cameron Wallaby as Pete
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David Gulpilil as Jagamarra - Rohanna Angus as Lynelle
Also Starring in Satellite Boy
· 22 more- Joseph Pedley Kalmain
- Richard Evans Old Man
- David Ward Stockman
- Larry Thomas Stockman
- Jub Clerc TV News Person
- Dean Daley-Jones Dave
- Dolores Roberts Corine
- Callum McKenzie Callum
- Jarunba-Mark Weaver Bellyup
- Kaylene Marr Rosalie
- Dougie McCale George
- Pam Barrett Mrs. Evans
- Ted Carlton Stockman
- Buddy Tyson Stockman
- James Salerno Snr Mine Lawyer
- James Salerno Construction Foreman
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- Lyncoln Haycroft Construction Workman
- Anika Salerno Policewoman
- Brenden Fielder Police Man 1
- Jeremy Maitland-Smith Police man 2
- Mike Butterfield Police Man (Kununurra)
- Chris Veerhuis Stringer
Satellite Boy Plot Summary
What happens in Satellite Boy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Ten-year-old Pete Cameron Wallaby lives at a run-down drive-in theatre with his grandfather Jagamarra David Gulpilil, whom he affectionately calls “Jubbi.” The grandfather continually passes down the wisdom of the old ways, shaping Pete’s view of the world in a place where time seems to have slowed. Pete dreams of turning the property into a small restaurant, a goal that sits alongside his hope that his absent mother, Lynelle Rohanna Angus, will return to help. Jubbi remains skeptical about her return to the desolate Kimberley, but Pete keeps hoping. The Kimberley landscape, with its vast horizons and quiet danger, frames their daily life as a mix of routine and risk.
Full summary
The whole story of Satellite Boy, scene by scene
Satellite Boy Box Office
Satellite Boy grossed $161,780 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$161.8K
- International
- $161.8K
Satellite Boy Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Satellite Boy.
How Well Do You Know Satellite Boy?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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How old is Pete at the beginning of the film?
Satellite Boy Also Known As
Also known as “卫星男孩”.
- Also known as
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- 卫星男孩
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Satellite Boy FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Satellite Boy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Satellite Boy?
Satellite Boy runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Satellite Boy released?
Satellite Boy was released on September 8, 2012.
Who directed Satellite Boy?
Satellite Boy was directed by Catriona McKenzie.
More films by Catriona McKenzie Who is in the cast of Satellite Boy?
Satellite Boy stars Greg Tait as Aboriginal Liaison, Cameron Wallaby as Pete and David Gulpilil as Jagamarra, among 26 credited actors.
How much did Satellite Boy make at the box office?
Satellite Boy grossed $161,780 worldwide.
Does Satellite Boy have a post-credit scene?
No. Satellite Boy has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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