Dinner at the Sporting Club (1978)
Vinny Mathews is a small time boxing promoter who struggles with his conscience over what to do with a fighter he knows is unfit to face his opponent. However, Mathews needs sponsorship and this would be the ideal opportunity to mix with the "frilly shirted" sportsmen who enjoy their lavish lifestyle as fighters slug it out as the steak is served!
Director: Brian Gibson
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 63 min
Release Date: November 7, 1978
Cast
- John Thaw - Dinny Mathews
- Billy McColl - John Duncan
- Patrick Durkin - Patsy
- Jonathan Lynn - Cyril Benson
- Ken Campbell - Neville
- Tony Caunter - Ray Little
- Maureen Lipman - Sharon Benson
- John Bardon - Sammy
- Herbert Norville - Elwyn
- Terry Downes - George
Screenplay
Cinematography: Tony Pierce-Roberts
Editing: David Martin
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Brian Gibson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dinner at the Sporting Club about?
- Vinny Mathews is a small time boxing promoter who struggles with his conscience over what to do with a fighter he knows is unfit to face his opponent. However, Mathews needs sponsorship and this would be the ideal opportunity to mix with the "frilly shirted" sportsmen who enjoy their lavish lifestyle as fighters slug it out as the steak is served!
- Who directed Dinner at the Sporting Club?
- Dinner at the Sporting Club was directed by Brian Gibson.
- Who stars in Dinner at the Sporting Club?
- Dinner at the Sporting Club stars John Thaw, Billy McColl, Patrick Durkin, Jonathan Lynn, Ken Campbell, Tony Caunter.
- How long is Dinner at the Sporting Club?
- Dinner at the Sporting Club has a runtime of 1h 3m (63 minutes).
- What genre is Dinner at the Sporting Club?
- Dinner at the Sporting Club is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Dinner at the Sporting Club produced?
- Dinner at the Sporting Club was produced in United Kingdom.