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Starter for 10

September 13, 2006 1h 32m 6.4/10 (442 votes)

Originally released in 2006. Starter for 10 is a drama/comedy film. directed by Tom Vaughan.

Starring James McAvoy, Alice Eve, and Rebecca Hall

Synopsis

In 1985, against the backdrop of Thatcherism, Brian Jackson enrolls in the University of Bristol, a scholarship boy from seaside Essex with a love of knowledge for its own sake and a childhood spent watching University Challenge, a college quiz show. At Bristol he tries out for the Challenge team and falls under the spell of Alice, a lovely blond with an extensive sexual past.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 13, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 32m 92 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (442 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Scion Films
  • BBC Film
  • HBO Films
  • Neal Street Productions
  • Playtone
  • Scamp Film and Theatre Ltd.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Starter for 10 about?

In 1985, against the backdrop of Thatcherism, Brian Jackson enrolls in the University of Bristol, a scholarship boy from seaside Essex with a love of knowledge for its own sake and a childhood spen...

Who directed Starter for 10?

Starter for 10 was directed by Tom Vaughan.

How long is Starter for 10?

Starter for 10 has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).

When was Starter for 10 released?

Starter for 10 was released on September 13, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Starter for 10?

The main cast of Starter for 10 includes James McAvoy, Alice Eve, Rebecca Hall, Catherine Tate, Dominic Cooper.

Is Starter for 10 worth watching?

Starter for 10 has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 442 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.