The Butcher Boy
"This little piggy laughed all the way home!"
Originally released in 1998. The Butcher Boy is a comedy/drama film. directed by Neil Jordan.
Starring Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, and Fiona Shaw
Synopsis
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow up are immense. When Francie's world turns to madness, he tries to counter it with further insanity, with dire consequences.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 20, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (120 votes)
Box Office
$5M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $5,000,000
Production Companies
- Geffen Pictures
- Butcher Boy Film Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Butcher Boy about?
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow u...
Who directed The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy was directed by Neil Jordan.
How long is The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was The Butcher Boy released?
The Butcher Boy was released on February 20, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Butcher Boy?
The main cast of The Butcher Boy includes Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw, Stephen Rea, Ian Hart.
Is The Butcher Boy worth watching?
The Butcher Boy has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 120 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.