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The Remarkable Life of John Weld
The Remarkable Life of John Weld

The Remarkable Life of John Weld

He never said no to adventure

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Documentary

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The true life story of John Weld, who went from stuntman during Hollywood's golden era, to journalist, novelist and many other careers.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

76 mins

Rating

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Release Date

09 October 2018

Country

Cast

Peter Coyote

Peter Coyote

Narrator

Darren Kendrick

Darren Kendrick

John Weld

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