CROCODILE DUNDEE (1986) Movie Poster, Original Vintage US One Sheet
Condition Very Fine / Near Mint (9.0)
Size US One Sheet Post '85 (27" x 40")
CROCODILE DUNDEE (1986) Movie Poster, Original Vintage US One Sheet, Starring Paul Hogan, Linda Kozlowski, John Meillon – Directed by Peter Faiman Movie Poster and Condition This original, vintage, unrestored...
CROCODILE DUNDEE (1986) Movie Poster, Original Vintage US One Sheet, Starring Paul Hogan, Linda Kozlowski, John Meillon – Directed by Peter Faiman
Movie Poster and Condition
This original, vintage, unrestored Original Vintage US One Sheet Movie Poster presents in Very Fine/Near Mint condition is folded as issued, has minor handling, edge and fold wear, it is an excellent unused example. This poster is currently stored folded and will be shipped in an acid free archival polyproplene bag with acid free archival backing board. This authentic movie poster represents one of the most successful Australian films ever released internationally. Highly sought after by collectors of Australian cinema memorabilia and fans of 1980s comedy classics, it captures the unmistakable outback charm and fish-out-of-water humour that made the film a global sensation. An original theatrical release poster such as this is a standout display piece for home theatres, offices, or serious vintage poster collections.
Movie Synopsis
Crocodile Dundee (1986) is a landmark Australian comedy that took the world by storm and turned its lead actor, Paul Hogan, into an international star. Directed by Peter Faiman and written by Paul Hogan, Ken Shadie and John Cornell, the film blends outback adventure, romance and sharp cultural comedy into an enduring crowd-pleaser.
The story follows New York journalist Sue Charlton, played by Linda Kozlowski, who travels to the Australian Northern Territory to investigate the story of Mick “Crocodile” Dundee – a rugged bushman said to have survived a near-fatal crocodile attack. Intrigued by his larger-than-life persona, Sue convinces Mick to accompany her back to New York City, where the second half of the film unfolds in hilarious fashion. The contrast between the Australian outback and urban Manhattan provides the foundation for much of the film’s comedy.
Paul Hogan’s portrayal of Mick Dundee is charismatic, laconic and instantly iconic. With his broad-brimmed hat, weathered grin and disarming confidence, Mick navigates New York’s high society with the same ease he shows in the bush. From the famous “That’s not a knife…” scene to his bewildered reactions to city life, the film is packed with memorable moments that have become part of pop culture history. John Meillon also appears as Walter Reilly, adding authenticity to the outback sequences.
Beyond its humour, Crocodile Dundee celebrates Australian identity, mateship and resilience, presenting a romanticised yet affectionate image of life in the bush. The film was produced on a modest budget but became a massive box office hit worldwide, at one point ranking among the highest-grossing films of 1986. Its success paved the way for sequels and helped boost international interest in Australian film production.
The movie’s enduring appeal lies in its charm and universal themes of love and belonging. The chemistry between Hogan and Kozlowski translates naturally on screen, and the screenplay cleverly balances satire with heartfelt storytelling. Decades after its release, the film remains a beloved example of 1980s comedy cinema and a defining moment in Australia’s film history.
This original vintage US one sheet poster captures the adventurous spirit and humour of the film in bold, eye-catching artwork. For collectors of Paul Hogan memorabilia, fans of classic Australian films, or investors in authentic theatrical posters, this piece represents both nostalgia and cinematic significance.
To find out more about Crocodile Dundee (1986) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.