The Crying Game
"...play it at your own risk."
Originally released in 1992. The Crying Game is a crime/drama film. directed by Neil Jordan.
Starring Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, and Jaye Davidson
Synopsis
Irish Republican Army member Fergus forms an unexpected bond with Jody, a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude and Maguire. Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil, in London, and when Fergus flees to the city, he seeks her out. Hounded by his former IRA colleagues, he finds himself increasingly drawn to the enigmatic, and surprising, Dil.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 2, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (821 votes)
Budget
$3.7M
Production budget
Box Office
$62.5M
16.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,705,538
- Revenue
- $62,548,947
Production Companies
- Palace Pictures
- Nippon Film Development and Finance Inc.
- Eurotrustees
- Channel Four Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Crying Game about?
Irish Republican Army member Fergus forms an unexpected bond with Jody, a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude and Maguire. Jody makes Fergus pr...
Who directed The Crying Game?
The Crying Game was directed by Neil Jordan.
How long is The Crying Game?
The Crying Game has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Crying Game released?
The Crying Game was released on September 2, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Crying Game?
The main cast of The Crying Game includes Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Jaye Davidson, Forest Whitaker, Adrian Dunbar.
Is The Crying Game worth watching?
The Crying Game has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 821 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.