Hunger
“An odyssey, in which the smallest gestures become epic and when the body is the last resource for protest.”
Synopsis
The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike during The Troubles in which Irish Republican prisoners tried to win political status.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-01-13
Top Cast
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Michael Fassbender
Bobby Sands
Stuart Graham
Ray Lohan
Liam Cunningham
Priest
Helena Bereen
Raymond's Mother
Laine Megaw
Raymond's Wife
Brian Milligan
Davey Gillen
Liam McMahon
Gerry Campbell
Karen Hassan
Gerry's Girlfriend
Frank McCusker
The Governor
Lalor Roddy
William
Des McAleer
Mr Sands
Helen Madden
Mrs. Sands
Paddy Jenkins
Hitman
Geoff Gatt
Bearded Man
Rory Mullen
Priest
Ben Peel
Riot Prison Officer Stephen Graves
B.J. Hogg
Loyalist Orderly
Billy Clarke
Chief MO
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 5, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2.7M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve McQueen
- Screenplay & Story
- Enda Walsh, Steve McQueen
- Original Score
- David Holmes, Leo Abrahams
- Original Title
- Hunger
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom, Northern Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2.7M
- Production Studios
- Film4 Productions, Northern Ireland Screen, Broadcasting Commission of Ireland, Wales Creative IP Fund, Blast! Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve McQueen
Enda Walsh, Steve McQueen
David Holmes, Leo Abrahams
Sean Bobbitt
Joe Walker
Robin Gutch, Laura Hastings-Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Enda Walsh
Writer
Steve McQueen
Writer
Sean Bobbitt
Director of Photography
Steve McQueen
Director
David Holmes
Original Music Composer
Leo Abrahams
Original Music Composer
Paul Herbert
Stunt Coordinator
Joe Walker
Editor
Anushia Nieradzik
Costume Design
Tom McCullagh
Production Design
Robin Gutch
Producer
Laura Hastings-Smith
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hunger.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hunger
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hunger about?
The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike during The Troubles in which Irish Republican prisoners tried to win political status.
Who directed Hunger?
Hunger was directed by Steve McQueen.
Who stars in Hunger?
The principal cast of Hunger includes Michael Fassbender, Stuart Graham, Liam Cunningham, Helena Bereen, Laine Megaw.
When was Hunger released and how long is it?
Hunger was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
How much did Hunger make at the box office?
Hunger grossed $2.7M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Hunger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hunger was composed by David Holmes, Leo Abrahams.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hunger?
Hunger holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).