
The Snapper(1993)
“She's got a little secret and a lot of explaining to do.”
Overview
Sharon Curley is a 20-year-old living with her parents and many brothers and sisters in Dublin. When she gets pregnant and refuses to name the father, she becomes the talk of the town.
Director
Stephen Frears
Studio
BBC Film
Cast

Colm Meaney
as Dessie Curley

Tina Kellegher
as Sharon Curley

Ruth McCabe
as Kay Curley

Eanna MacLiam
as Craig Curley
Peter Rowen
as Sonny Curley
Joanne Gerrard
as Lisa Curley
Colm O'Byrne
as Darren Curley
Ciara Duffy
as Kimberley Curley

Fionnuala Murphy
as Jackie O'Keefe
Karen Woodley
as Yvonne Burgess

Pat Laffan
as George Burgess
Virginia Cole
as Doris Burgess
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1993
Runtime
1h 35m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Production Companies
BBC Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Snapper?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Snapper (1993).
What is The Snapper about?▼
Sharon Curley is a 20-year-old living with her parents and many brothers and sisters in Dublin. When she gets pregnant and refuses to name the father, she becomes the talk of the town.
Who directed The Snapper?▼
The Snapper was directed by Stephen Frears and released in 1993. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is The Snapper?▼
The Snapper has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
Who stars in The Snapper?▼
The cast of The Snapper includes Colm Meaney as Dessie Curley, Tina Kellegher as Sharon Curley, Ruth McCabe as Kay Curley, Eanna MacLiam as Craig Curley, Peter Rowen as Sonny Curley and more.
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