The Playboy of the Western World
“A black comedy of epic proportions.”
Synopsis
Synge’s great comic masterpiece tells the story of Christy Mahon, who stumbles into a public house in County Mayo claiming he has killed his father and so capturing the romantic attention of the daughter of the house, Pegeen Mike.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Garry Hynes
- Screenplay & Story
- John Millington Synge
- Original Title
- The Playboy of the Western World
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Garry Hynes
John Millington Synge
Nathan Nugent
Department Leadership Roster
Nathan Nugent
Editor
Garry Hynes
Director
John Millington Synge
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Playboy of the Western World
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Playboy of the Western World about?
Synge’s great comic masterpiece tells the story of Christy Mahon, who stumbles into a public house in County Mayo claiming he has killed his father and so capturing the romantic attention of the daughter of the house, Pegeen Mike.
Who directed The Playboy of the Western World?
The Playboy of the Western World was directed by Garry Hynes.
Who stars in The Playboy of the Western World?
The principal cast of The Playboy of the Western World includes Catherine Walsh, Aaron Monaghan, Marie Mullen, Nick Lee, Eamon Morrissey.
When was The Playboy of the Western World released and how long is it?
The Playboy of the Western World was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.