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The Spongers

January 24, 1978 1h 44m

Originally released in 1978. The Spongers is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Roland Joffé.

Starring Christine Hargreaves, Bernard Hill, and Peter Kerrigan

Synopsis

In the days leading up the Queen's Silver Jubilee, Pauline, a recently separated single mother, receives a visit from a bailiff and is given 15 days to address her overdue rent payments. Meanwhile, the local council is under pressure to cut expenditure, and their decisions result in Pauline's mentally handicapped daughter Paula being transferred from a care home for special needs children to an old people's home, where she is all alone.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 24, 1978 48 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • BBC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Spongers about?

In the days leading up the Queen's Silver Jubilee, Pauline, a recently separated single mother, receives a visit from a bailiff and is given 15 days to address her overdue rent payments. Meanwhile,...

Who directed The Spongers?

The Spongers was directed by Roland Joffé.

How long is The Spongers?

The Spongers has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was The Spongers released?

The Spongers was released on January 24, 1978 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Spongers?

The main cast of The Spongers includes Christine Hargreaves, Bernard Hill, Peter Kerrigan, Paula McDonagh, Gary Todd.