Murphy's Stroke
"The Sting in an Irish Tale"
Originally released in 1980. Murphy's Stroke is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Frank Cvitanovich. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Niall Tóibín, Pierce Brosnan, and T.R. Bowen
Synopsis
The horse Gay Future is at the centre of an Irish betting syndicate in 1974 which saw trainer Antony Collins present a poor performing horse at his stables. The betting stakes were subsequently raised, before the real horse was entered in the race.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 21, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Thames Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murphy's Stroke about?
The horse Gay Future is at the centre of an Irish betting syndicate in 1974 which saw trainer Antony Collins present a poor performing horse at his stables. The betting stakes were subsequently rai...
Who directed Murphy's Stroke?
Murphy's Stroke was directed by Frank Cvitanovich.
How long is Murphy's Stroke?
Murphy's Stroke has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was Murphy's Stroke released?
Murphy's Stroke was released on May 21, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Murphy's Stroke?
The main cast of Murphy's Stroke includes Niall Tóibín, Pierce Brosnan, T.R. Bowen, Tony Doyle, Derry Power.