The Butcher Boy (1998)
The Butcher Boy is a 1998 comedy movie directed by Neil Jordan, with a running time of 1h 50m. It stars Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle and Fiona Shaw.
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow up are immense. When Francie's world turns to madness, he tries to counter it with further insanity, with dire consequences.
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What is The Butcher Boy about?
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow up are immense. When Francie's world turns to madness, he tries to counter it with further insanity, with dire consequences.
When was The Butcher Boy released?
The Butcher Boy was released on 20 February 1998.
How long is The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy runs 1h 50m.
Who made The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy was directed by Neil Jordan.
Where can I watch The Butcher Boy?
The Butcher Boy is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Butcher Boy
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Eamonn Owens as Francie Brady
- Alan Boyle as Joe Purcell
- Fiona Shaw as Mrs. Nugent
- Stephen Rea as Da Brady
- Ian Hart as Uncle Arlo
- Peter Gowen as Leddy
- Sean McGinley as Sergeant
- Aisling O'Sullivan as Ma Brady
- John Kavanagh as Dr. Boyd
- Andrew Fullerton as Phillip Nugent
- Rosaleen Linehan as Mrs. Canning
- Anita Reeves as Mrs. Coyle