On this day April 15, 1988, Return to Snowy River galloped into theaters. Directed by Geoff Burrowes, the film starred Tom Burlinson, Sigrid Thornton, and Brian Dennehy in a sweeping Australian sequel that continued the story of Jim Craig and his wild mountain ride.
Following the events of The Man from Snowy River, the sequel brought back the breathtaking landscapes, dramatic horse chases, and romantic tension that made the original a fan favorite. Jim returns to reclaim his land and win back the heart of Jessica, all while facing off against new challenges including Dennehy’s tough and controlling rancher. With a budget of 8.7 million dollars, the film earned 13.6 million at the box office and kept the spirit of classic frontier storytelling alive. It became especially popular with fans of the original and lovers of epic adventure tales set against stunning backdrops.
Fun fact: The film was released in Australia under the title The Man from Snowy River II, but it was retitled Return to Snowy River for international audiences.
Trivia question: What 1988 sequel continued the story of Jim Craig and featured the return of sweeping horse chases in the Australian high country?
Following the events of The Man from Snowy River, the sequel brought back the breathtaking landscapes, dramatic horse chases, and romantic tension that made the original a fan favorite. Jim returns to reclaim his land and win back the heart of Jessica, all while facing off against new challenges including Dennehy’s tough and controlling rancher. With a budget of 8.7 million dollars, the film earned 13.6 million at the box office and kept the spirit of classic frontier storytelling alive. It became especially popular with fans of the original and lovers of epic adventure tales set against stunning backdrops.
Fun fact: The film was released in Australia under the title The Man from Snowy River II, but it was retitled Return to Snowy River for international audiences.
Trivia question: What 1988 sequel continued the story of Jim Craig and featured the return of sweeping horse chases in the Australian high country?
