Shooting for Socrates
"Divided by conflict...united by a dream"
Originally released in 2014. Shooting for Socrates is a comedy/drama film. directed by James Erskine.
Starring John Hannah, Conleth Hill, and Richard Dormer
Synopsis
Set in Belfast against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup, Shooting for Socrates tells the story of a momentous time in Northern Ireland's football history through the eyes of players, fans and the media. The film also follows the lives of passionate football supporter Arthur and his son Tommy from East Belfast. The lead up to a momentous day in the life of a young boy (his 10th birthday) mirrors the build up to the big day for the Northern Ireland football team as they play the greatest match of their lives.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 11, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Hannah
as Billy Bingham
Conleth Hill
as Jackie Fullerton
Richard Dormer
as Arthur
Art Parkinson
as Tommy
Ciarán McMenamin
as Sammy McIlroy
Nico Mirallegro
as David Campbell
Bronagh Gallagher
as Irene
Paul Kennedy
as Pat Jennings
Chris Newman
as Norman Whiteside
Aaron McCusker
as Gerry Armstrong
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- New Black Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shooting for Socrates about?
Set in Belfast against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup, Shooting for Socrates tells the story of a momentous time in Northern Ireland's football history through the eyes of players, fans and the...
Who directed Shooting for Socrates?
Shooting for Socrates was directed by James Erskine.
How long is Shooting for Socrates?
Shooting for Socrates has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Shooting for Socrates released?
Shooting for Socrates was released on July 11, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shooting for Socrates?
The main cast of Shooting for Socrates includes John Hannah, Conleth Hill, Richard Dormer, Art Parkinson, Ciarán McMenamin.