Harlequin

Directed by Simon Wincer

PG

1980 1h 37mDrama, Fantasy,

6.140%51%6.4

Up-and-coming senator Nick Rast's young son is terminally ill with leukemia. A mysterious faith healer, Gregory Wolfe, appears and seems to cure the boy. Rast's wife Sandy falls in love with Wolfe, but the powerful interests behind Rast's career, represented by geriatric monster Doc Wheelan are less happy with events.

Cast of Harlequin

Robert PowellGregory Wolfe
David HemmingsNick Rast
Carmen DuncanSandra Rast
Broderick CrawfordDoc Wheelan
Gus MercurioMr. Bergier
Alan CassellMr. Porter
Mark SpainAlex Rast
Alyson BestAlice
Sean MyersBenny Lucas
Mary SimpsonZoe Cayce
Neville TeedeDr. Barthelemy
Anne-Marie MackayMiss Edith Twist
John FrawleyDr. Lovelock
Nita PannellMabel Wheelan
David HoughMr. Jepson
Klaus SchultzArthur
Peter WestGodfrey
Maurie OgdenPrison Officer
Jack FerrariEli Steele
Jeremy SimsYoung Boy on Raft
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Harlequin Ratings & Reviews

flavo43November 24, 2025
Harlequin is an ambitious retelling of the Rasputin legend, transplanted into modern Australia and wrapped in political intrigue and mysticism. On paper, it’s a promising idea—mysterious healer enters the life of a troubled political family—but in execution, the film becomes slightly convoluted. Some character motives feel unclear, and certain plotlines wander so far afield that it becomes difficult to stay emotionally connected. The cast, however, is genuinely strong. In fact, for a feature of this era and budget, the performances are probably its greatest asset, with the actors giving the material more weight than the script always earns. Despite that, the film never quite clicked for me. The connection between the Rasputin-inspired figure and the modern political backdrop felt too far-fetched and remote, making the story harder to engage with. It’s a bold attempt—odd, atmospheric, and unique—but ultimately not an easy or especially satisfying viewing experience for me.

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Harlequin Trivia

Harlequin was released on March 28, 1980.

Harlequin was directed by Simon Wincer.

Harlequin has a runtime of 1 hr 37 min.

Harlequin was produced by Antony I. Ginnane.

The key characters in Harlequin are Gregory Wolfe (Robert Powell), Nick Rast (David Hemmings), Sandra Rast (Carmen Duncan).

Harlequin is rated PG.

Harlequin is a Drama, Fantasy, Thriller film.

Harlequin has an audience rating of 5.1 out of 10.

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