Borstal Boy(2001)
“As a prisoner of war it is my duty to escape.”
Overview
Brendan Behan, a sixteen year-old IRA foot soldier, is going on a bombing mission from Ireland to Liverpool during the second world war. His mission is thwarted when he is apprehended, charged and imprisoned in Borstal, a reform institution for young offenders in East Anglia, England.
Director
Peter Sheridan
Studio
Dakota Films
Budget
$100K
Revenue
$87K
Cast
Shawn Hatosy
as Brendan Behan
Danny Dyer
as Charlie Milwall
Robin Laing
as Jock
Ian McElhinney
as Verreker
Eva Birthistle
as Liz Joyce
Mark Huberman
as Mac
Lee Ingleby
as Dale
Ronnie Drew
as Customs man
Eamon Glancy
as Manning
Dennis Conway
as Holmes
Patricia Leventon
as Landlady
John O'Toole
as Whitbread
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2001
Runtime
1h 31m
Language
Irish
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$100K
Box Office
$87K
Production Companies
Dakota Films • Hell's Kitchen
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Borstal Boy?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Borstal Boy (2001).
What is Borstal Boy about?▼
Brendan Behan, a sixteen year-old IRA foot soldier, is going on a bombing mission from Ireland to Liverpool during the second world war. His mission is thwarted when he is apprehended, charged and imprisoned in Borstal, a reform institution for young offenders in East Anglia, England.
Who directed Borstal Boy?▼
Borstal Boy was directed by Peter Sheridan and released in 2001. It is a drama film.
How long is Borstal Boy?▼
Borstal Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
Who stars in Borstal Boy?▼
The cast of Borstal Boy includes Shawn Hatosy as Brendan Behan, Danny Dyer as Charlie Milwall, Robin Laing as Jock, Ian McElhinney as Verreker, Eva Birthistle as Liz Joyce and more.
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