Kneecap
“Mind your language.”
Synopsis
When fate brings Belfast teacher JJ into the orbit of self-confessed 'low life scum' Naoise and Liam Óg, the needle drops on a hip-hop act like no other. Rapping in their native Irish, they lead a movement to save their mother tongue.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-06-13
Top Cast
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Móglaí Bap
Móglaí Bap or Naoise
Mo Chara
Mo Chara or Liam Óg
DJ Próvaí
DJ Próvai or JJ
Josie Walker
Detective Ellis
Fionnuala Flaherty
Caitlin
Jessica Reynolds
Georgia
Adam Best
Doyle
Simone Kirby
Dolores
Michael Fassbender
Arló
Matthew Sharpe
Sean
Cathal Mercer
Fra
Donagh Deeney
Uncle Peadar
Marty Maguire
Nesbitt
Saorlaoith Brady
Lorna
Aidan McCaughey
Wee Naoise
Cillian Kernan
Wee Liam Óg
Lalor Roddy
Priest
Gerry Adams
Gerry Adams
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 39 DaysSydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 2, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 10, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
November 20, 2024
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$4.3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rich Peppiatt
- Screenplay & Story
- Rich Peppiatt, Móglaí Bap, Mo Chara, DJ Próvaí, Danny Wigley
- Original Score
- Michael Asante
- Original Title
- Kneecap
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom, France
- Spoken Languages
- English, Irish
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Worldwide Gross
- $4.3M
- Production Studios
- Mother Tongues Films, Fine Point Films, Wildcard Distribution, Naughty Step, DMC Film, Northern Ireland Screen, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, Great Point Media, Coimisiún na Meán, TG4, BFI, Charades, Curzon Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rich Peppiatt
Rich Peppiatt, Móglaí Bap, Mo Chara, DJ Próvaí, Danny Wigley
Michael Asante
Ryan Kernaghan, Conor Rotherham
Julian Ulrichs, Chris Gill
Jack Tarling, Trevor Birney, Kamila Serkebaeva, Dias Feld, Goose Charlton
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Tarling
Producer
Rich Peppiatt
Writer
Trevor Birney
Producer
Rich Peppiatt
Director
Julian Ulrichs
Editor
Chris Gill
Editor
Nicola Moroney
Production Design
Ryan Kernaghan
Director of Photography
Michael Asante
Original Music Composer
Zjena Glamočanin
Costume Design
Donal O'Farrell
Stunt Coordinator
David Anders
Stunt Coordinator
Andy Clarke
Visual Effects Supervisor
Kev Cahill
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Violence • Drug Consumption • Sexuality
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kneecap
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kneecap about?
When fate brings Belfast teacher JJ into the orbit of self-confessed 'low life scum' Naoise and Liam Óg, the needle drops on a hip-hop act like no other. Rapping in their native Irish, they lead a movement to save their mother tongue.
Who directed Kneecap?
Kneecap was directed by Rich Peppiatt.
Who stars in Kneecap?
The principal cast of Kneecap includes Móglaí Bap, Mo Chara, DJ Próvaí, Josie Walker, Fionnuala Flaherty.
When was Kneecap released and how long is it?
Kneecap was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
How much did Kneecap make at the box office?
Kneecap grossed $4.3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Kneecap?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kneecap was composed by Michael Asante.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kneecap?
Kneecap holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).