Playing Away movie poster

Playing Away

January 2, 1987 1h 40m 5.6/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1987. Playing Away is a tv movie/comedy film. directed by Horace Ové.

Starring Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart, and Helen Lindsay

Synopsis

To mark the conclusion of their "Third World Week" celebration, a cricket team in a small English village invites a black cricket team from South London to a charity game with comical results.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 2, 1987 39 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Channel 4 Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Playing Away about?

To mark the conclusion of their "Third World Week" celebration, a cricket team in a small English village invites a black cricket team from South London to a charity game with comical results.

Who directed Playing Away?

Playing Away was directed by Horace Ové.

How long is Playing Away?

Playing Away has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Playing Away released?

Playing Away was released on January 2, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Playing Away?

The main cast of Playing Away includes Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart, Helen Lindsay, Nicholas Farrell, Brian Bovell.