A Cock and Bull Story
"Because everyone loves an accurate period piece."
Originally released in 2005. A Cock and Bull Story is a comedy/history film. directed by Michael Winterbottom.
Starring Steve Coogan, Rob Brydon, and Keeley Hawes
Synopsis
Steve Coogan, an arrogant actor with low self-esteem and a complicated love life, is playing the eponymous role in an adaptation of "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman" being filmed at a stately home. He constantly spars with actor Rob Brydon, who is playing Uncle Toby and believes his role to be of equal importance to Coogan's.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 17, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (146 votes)
Box Office
$3.9M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Steve Coogan
as Tristram Shandy / Walter Shandy / Steve Coogan
Rob Brydon
as Toby Shandy / Rob Brydon
Keeley Hawes
as Elizabeth Shandy / Keeley Hawes
Shirley Henderson
as Susannah / Shirley Henderson
Raymond Waring
as Trim
Conal Murphy
as Six-Year-Old Tristam
Joe Williams
as Nine-Year-Old Tristam
Paul Kynman
as Obadiah
Mark Tandy
as London Doctor
Dylan Moran
as Dr. Slop
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $3,931,707
Production Companies
- Scion Films
- BBC Film
- Baby Cow Productions
- EM Media
- East Midlands Media Initiative
- Revolution Films
- The Works
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Cock and Bull Story about?
Steve Coogan, an arrogant actor with low self-esteem and a complicated love life, is playing the eponymous role in an adaptation of "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman" being filme...
Who directed A Cock and Bull Story?
A Cock and Bull Story was directed by Michael Winterbottom.
How long is A Cock and Bull Story?
A Cock and Bull Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was A Cock and Bull Story released?
A Cock and Bull Story was released on July 17, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Cock and Bull Story?
The main cast of A Cock and Bull Story includes Steve Coogan, Rob Brydon, Keeley Hawes, Shirley Henderson, Raymond Waring.
Is A Cock and Bull Story worth watching?
A Cock and Bull Story has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 146 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.