The Crying Game
Originally released in 1992. The Crying Game is a comedy film. directed by Keith Allen. At just 34 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Keith Allen, Peter Richardson, and Antony Sher
Synopsis
Roy Brush has aspirations to be a great footballer and this seems likely when he scores for England in the European Cup Final. To add to this he becomes a national hero, having seemingly saved a young lad from drowning. But Roy has a secret - he is gay - and the editor of the scurrilous 'Scum' tabloid is making it his business to out him. However, with the help of his manager, Roy can triumph at an inspirational climactic football match, where his tears touch the heart of the nation - and pundit Jimmy Twizzle gets very high on mushroom tea.
Quick Facts
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Crying Game about?
Roy Brush has aspirations to be a great footballer and this seems likely when he scores for England in the European Cup Final. To add to this he becomes a national hero, having seemingly saved a yo...
Who directed The Crying Game?
The Crying Game was directed by Keith Allen.
How long is The Crying Game?
The Crying Game has a runtime of 0 hours and 34 minutes (34 minutes total).
When was The Crying Game released?
The Crying Game was released on May 5, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Crying Game?
The main cast of The Crying Game includes Keith Allen, Peter Richardson, Antony Sher, Chris Hargreaves, Nigel Planer.