The Boy from Mercury
Originally released in 1996. The Boy from Mercury is a fantasy/comedy film. directed by Martin Duffy. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rita Tushingham, Tom Courtenay, and Hugh O'Conor
Synopsis
Set in 1960s Dublin, a fatherless eight-year-old boy who feels alienated by his family, escapes his reality by deciding he's been sent from Mercury to study life on Earth. His fantasies mirror the life of his hero, Flash Gordon, from the serial he watches each week at the local cinema. His escapades result in dilemmas that drive his mother to such distraction that she turns to the boy's strange uncle for help.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 6, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
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Director
Top Cast
Rita Tushingham
as May Cronin
Tom Courtenay
as Uncle Tony Cronin
Hugh O'Conor
as Paul
James Hickey
as Harry Cronin
Ian McElhinney
as Brother Dowdall
Kevin James
as James "Mucker" Maguire
Gerard Cannon
as Classroom Schoolboy
Johnny Ward
as Classroom Schoolboy
Joanne Gerrard
as Sarah
Sean Flanagan
as Sean McCarthy
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boy from Mercury about?
Set in 1960s Dublin, a fatherless eight-year-old boy who feels alienated by his family, escapes his reality by deciding he's been sent from Mercury to study life on Earth. His fantasies mirror the ...
Who directed The Boy from Mercury?
The Boy from Mercury was directed by Martin Duffy.
How long is The Boy from Mercury?
The Boy from Mercury has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Boy from Mercury released?
The Boy from Mercury was released on December 6, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Boy from Mercury?
The main cast of The Boy from Mercury includes Rita Tushingham, Tom Courtenay, Hugh O'Conor, James Hickey, Ian McElhinney.