The Informant
"Even freedom has its price."
Originally released in 1997. The Informant is a action/war film. directed by Jim McBride.
Starring Cary Elwes, Anthony Brophy, and Timothy Dalton
Synopsis
A former Irish Republican Army fighter, Gingy McAnally (Anthony Brophy), is reluctant about being called back into service after serving time in prison. He executes the grisly task but ends up captured by a sympathetic British police lieutenant named Ferris (Cary Elwes). The intimidating Chief Inspector of the Belfast Police (Timothy Dalton) convinces Gingy that his best hope is to become an informant and turn in other IRA operatives. As Gingy's marriage unravels under the stress, he is forced to come to terms with the fact that in this war both sides lose. Three men, three political circles, each fighting for their lives, each with their own agenda in the battle for Northern Ireland.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 15, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
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Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Showtime Networks
- Johnny Loves Suzie Productions
- Hallmark Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Informant about?
A former Irish Republican Army fighter, Gingy McAnally (Anthony Brophy), is reluctant about being called back into service after serving time in prison. He executes the grisly task but ends up capt...
Who directed The Informant?
The Informant was directed by Jim McBride.
How long is The Informant?
The Informant has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Informant released?
The Informant was released on March 15, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Informant?
The main cast of The Informant includes Cary Elwes, Anthony Brophy, Timothy Dalton, Maria Lennon, Sean McGinley.