Skallagrigg (1994)
Back in the 'bad old days' when the physically and mentally disabled were locked away in institutions a legend grew of someone who could stand up to the authorities and help them. This charming story is how a group of disabled people went to chase that legend. To assist them John is forced to come to terms with his daughter and her friends.
Director: Richard Spence
Genre: Drama, TV Movie, Fantasy
Runtime: 87 min
Release Date: March 9, 1994
Cast
- Bernard Hill - John
- Kerry Noble - Esther
- Karl Purden - Tom
- Tom Tomalin - Raj
- Linda Bassett - Susan
- Billie Whitelaw - Margaret
- Richard Briers - Old Arthur/George
- Nick Brimble - Frank
- John McArdle - Dilke
- Ian Dury - Rendle
Screenplay
- Nigel Williams (Screenplay)
- William Horwood (Novel)
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Richard Spence
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Skallagrigg about?
- Back in the 'bad old days' when the physically and mentally disabled were locked away in institutions a legend grew of someone who could stand up to the authorities and help them. This charming story is how a group of disabled people went to chase that legend. To assist them John is forced to come to terms with his daughter and her friends.
- Who directed Skallagrigg?
- Skallagrigg was directed by Richard Spence.
- Who stars in Skallagrigg?
- Skallagrigg stars Bernard Hill, Kerry Noble, Karl Purden, Tom Tomalin, Linda Bassett, Billie Whitelaw.
- How long is Skallagrigg?
- Skallagrigg has a runtime of 1h 27m (87 minutes).
- What genre is Skallagrigg?
- Skallagrigg is a Drama, TV Movie, Fantasy film.
- Where was Skallagrigg produced?
- Skallagrigg was produced in United Kingdom.