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Cast
Jan Decleir
as John the Fearless / Jan zonder Vrees (voice)
Jef Burm
as Dokus (voice)
Joris Collet
as Boer Stansen (voice)
Dirk de Batist
as Tijs (voice)
Jan Pauwels
as Baron van Moerzeke (voice)
Carry Goossens
as Raffel
Ann Petersen
as Moeder van Alwina (voice)
Ward de Ravet
as Ridder Kortenak (voice)
Linda Schagen Van Leeuwen
as Alwina (stem)
Nolle Versyp
as Hertog van Vlaanderen (voice)
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1984
Runtime1h 20m
LanguageDutch
CertificationNR
GenresFamily, Animation, Adventure
Votes3
DirectorJef Cassiers
WritersJef Cassiers
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsJohn the Fearless
About John the Fearless
He's the "Rocky" of the 15th century-defender of the poor, enemy of evil, champion of justice. He's fearless and the strongest man in the land. He's ready and willing to take on all wrong doers-rich and poor. Accompanied by a lovable, meek little friend, his quest takes him on an unforgettable journey. Swamp monsters, knights in armor, duels, royal pageantry, and damsels in distress all abound in this story of timeless values. In the spirit of "Robin Hood," it's a robust, romantic tale: a feast for the eyes and a joy for the heart.
Directed by Jef Cassiers, John the Fearless leans on a strong ensemble — Jan Decleir, Jef Burm, Joris Collet — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about family titles of 1984.
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