Mel Gibson stars as Max Rockatansky in ‘Mad Max 2‘, joined by Bruce Spence as the Gyro Captain and Emil Minty as the Feral Kid.
Main cast
- Max RockatanskyMel GibsonMain
- The Gyro CaptainBruce SpenceMain
- The Feral KidEmil MintyMain
- PappagalloMichael PrestonMain
Supporting cast
- The Lord HumungusKjell NilssonSupp
- Warrior WomanVirginia HeySupp
- WezVernon WellsSupp
- The ToadieMax PhippsSupp
- The MechanicJohn JarrattSupp
- The CurmudgeonWilliam ZappaSupp
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About this cast
‘Mad Max 2’, also known as ‘The Road Warrior’, is a 1981 Australian post-apocalyptic action film. It follows Max as he helps a community defend its oil refinery from a savage biker gang. The film solidified Mel Gibson’s stardom and is considered one of the best action films of all time.
FAQs
Who plays Max in Mad Max 2?
Mel Gibson plays the title character Max Rockatansky.
Who plays the Gyro Captain in Mad Max 2?
Bruce Spence portrays the Gyro Captain.
What is Mad Max 2 also known as?
Mad Max 2 is also known as The Road Warrior in many markets.
When was Mad Max 2 released?
Mad Max 2 was released in 1981.
Who directed Mad Max 2?
The film was directed by George Miller.
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