That'll Be The Day
Originally released in 1973. That'll Be The Day is a music/drama film. directed by Claude Whatham. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring David Essex, Ringo Starr, and James Booth
Synopsis
Britain, 1958. Restless at school and bored with his life, Jim leaves home to take a series of low-level jobs at a seaside amusement park, where he discovers a world of cheap sex and petty crime. But when that world comes to a shockingly brutal end, Jim returns home. As the local music scene explodes, Jim must decide between a life of adult responsibility or a new phenomenon called rock & roll.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 13, 1973
52 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Goodtimes Enterprises
Frequently Asked Questions
What is That'll Be The Day about?
Britain, 1958. Restless at school and bored with his life, Jim leaves home to take a series of low-level jobs at a seaside amusement park, where he discovers a world of cheap sex and petty crime. B...
Who directed That'll Be The Day?
That'll Be The Day was directed by Claude Whatham.
How long is That'll Be The Day?
That'll Be The Day has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was That'll Be The Day released?
That'll Be The Day was released on May 13, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in That'll Be The Day?
The main cast of That'll Be The Day includes David Essex, Ringo Starr, James Booth, Rosemary Leach, Billy Fury.