Downtime
“Next time, take the stairs”
Synopsis
Ex-police psychologist Rob has plenty of problems of his own. Having retired through ill health, he is quite aware that he is not the best person to talk down suicidal single mother Chrissy when she threatens to throw herself off a Newcastle tower block. Rob is, however, the only person available, so he sets about helping Chrissy to overcome her fears, unexpectedly confronting several of his personal demons along the way.
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Paul McGann
Rob
Susan Lynch
Chrissy
Tom Georgeson
Jimmy
David Roper
Mike
Denise Bryson
Jan
Adam Johnston
Jake
David Horsefield
Kevin
Stephen Graham
Jacko
Birdy Sweeney
Pat
Paul Johnson
Marcus
Neil Armstrong
Jones
Hywel Berry
Paul
David Case
Sam
Craig Conway
Hammy
Daniel James Lake
Johnny
Phil Martin
Bobby
Dale Meeks
Sammy
Carol Noakes
Jane
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bharat Nalluri
- Original Title
- Downtime
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Pilgrim Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bharat Nalluri
Richard Johns
Department Leadership Roster
Bharat Nalluri
Director
Richard Johns
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is Downtime about?
Ex-police psychologist Rob has plenty of problems of his own. Having retired through ill health, he is quite aware that he is not the best person to talk down suicidal single mother Chrissy when she threatens to throw herself off a Newcastle tower block. Rob is, however, the only person available, so he sets about helping Chrissy to overcome her fears, unexpectedly confronting several of his personal demons along the way.
Who directed Downtime?
Downtime was directed by Bharat Nalluri.
Who stars in Downtime?
The principal cast of Downtime includes Paul McGann, Susan Lynch, Tom Georgeson, David Roper, Denise Bryson.
When was Downtime released and how long is it?
Downtime was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Downtime?
Downtime holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).