The Cup
2011
DramaHistory
At the heart of this true story is Damien Oliver, a young jockey who loses his only brother in a tragic racing accident, hauntingly reflecting of the way their father died 27 years earlier. After suffering through a series of discouraging defeats, Damien teams with Irish trainer Dermot Weld, and triumphs at the 2002 Melbourne Cup in one of the most thrilling finales in sporting history.
"Two brothers. One dream. The odds were incredible. And the story is true."
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Popularity
Origin & Countries
AUUS | en | Australia
Production
Screen Australia,Silver Lion Films,Film Victoria,Ingenious Broadcasting,Village Roadshow Pictures,Myriad Pictures
Runtime
106 min.
Status
Released
Release: 11/13/2011
Credits
Simon WincerDirector
Stephen CurryDamien Oliver
Brendan GleesonDermot Weld
Tom BurlinsonDave Phillips
Jodi GordonTrish Oliver
