The Field(1990)
“It Owns Him...It Possesses Him...And It Could Even Destroy Him”
Overview
"Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.
Director
Jim Sheridan
Studio
Sovereign Pictures
Revenue
$1M
Cast
Richard Harris
as 'Bull' McCabe
John Hurt
as Bird' O'Donnell
Sean Bean
as Tadgh McCabe
Frances Tomelty
as Widow
Brenda Fricker
as Maggie McCabe
Ruth McCabe
as Tinker Woman
Brendan Gleeson
as Quarryman
Tom Berenger
as Peter - The American
Sean McGinley
as Father Chris Doran
Jer O'Leary
as Tinker Girl's Father
Noel O'Donovan
as Tomás
John Cowley
as Flanagan
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
1h 50m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Box Office
$1M
Production Companies
Sovereign Pictures • Granada Television • Noel Pearson
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What is The Field about?▼
"Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.
Who directed The Field?▼
The Field was directed by Jim Sheridan and released in 1990. It is a drama film.
How long is The Field?▼
The Field has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
Who stars in The Field?▼
The cast of The Field includes Richard Harris as 'Bull' McCabe, John Hurt as Bird' O'Donnell, Sean Bean as Tadgh McCabe, Frances Tomelty as Widow, Brenda Fricker as Maggie McCabe and more.
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