The Ploughman's Lunch
"An age of deceit... A man of our times"
Originally released in 1983. The Ploughman's Lunch is a drama film. directed by Richard Eyre.
Starring Jonathan Pryce, Tim Curry, and Rosemary Harris
Synopsis
As the UK begins its military engagement in the Falklands, a BBC news journalist attempts to climb up from his working-class roots, at any cost, lying to those around him to get what he wants, only to discover that he is the recipient of a deception far more clever than his own.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 30, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Greenpoint Films
- Goldcrest
- Film4 Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ploughman's Lunch about?
As the UK begins its military engagement in the Falklands, a BBC news journalist attempts to climb up from his working-class roots, at any cost, lying to those around him to get what he wants, only...
Who directed The Ploughman's Lunch?
The Ploughman's Lunch was directed by Richard Eyre.
How long is The Ploughman's Lunch?
The Ploughman's Lunch has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was The Ploughman's Lunch released?
The Ploughman's Lunch was released on May 30, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ploughman's Lunch?
The main cast of The Ploughman's Lunch includes Jonathan Pryce, Tim Curry, Rosemary Harris, Frank Finlay, Charlie Dore.