Parting Shots
“When Harry found out he had six weeks to live, something snapped...and it wasn't his camera.”
Synopsis
Harry Sterndale, a failed photographer, is given a diagnosis of cancer and told that he has only three months to live. After thinking things over, he decides that since he is dying anyway, he will kill or destroy all the people that ever crossed or hurt him during his life - after all, he will be dead anyway long before he can come to trial and get his just desserts from society. Harry hires an assassin to finish himself off in style, and even has time to fall in love with Jill. However, there's just one small problem with Harry's master plan - the cancer diagnosis is totally inaccurate and now he's got a hitman on his trail and several policemen wanting to talk to him about some murders...
Top Cast
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Chris Rea
Harry Sterndale
Felicity Kendal
Jill Saunders
John Cleese
Maurice Walpole
Ben Kingsley
Renzo Locatelli
Bob Hoskins
Gerd Layton
Diana Rigg
Lisa
Joanna Lumley
Freda
Oliver Reed
Jamie Campbell-Stewart
Patrick Ryecart
Cleverley
Peter Davison
John
Caroline Langrishe
Vanessa
Edward Hardwicke
Dr. Joseph
Nicola Bryant
Beverley
Timothy Carlton
Commissioner Grosvenor
Sarah Parish
Ad Agency Receptionist
Gareth Hunt
Inspector Bass
Nicholas Gecks
Detective Constable Ray
Nicky Henson
Askew
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Winner
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Winner, Nick Mead
- Original Score
- Les Reed
- Original Title
- Parting Shots
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Scimitar Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Winner
Michael Winner, Nick Mead
Les Reed
Ousama Rawi
Michael Winner
Michael Winner
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Winner
Director
Ousama Rawi
Director of Photography
Les Reed
Original Music Composer
Michael Winner
Screenplay
Nick Mead
Screenplay
Michael Winner
Producer
Michael Winner
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Parting Shots
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Parting Shots about?
Harry Sterndale, a failed photographer, is given a diagnosis of cancer and told that he has only three months to live. After thinking things over, he decides that since he is dying anyway, he will kill or destroy all the people that ever crossed or hurt him during his life - after all, he will be dead anyway long before he can come to trial and get his just desserts from society. Harry hires an assassin to finish himself off in style, and even has time to fall in love with Jill. However, there's just one small problem with Harry's master plan - the cancer diagnosis is totally inaccurate and now he's got a hitman on his trail and several policemen wanting to talk to him about some murders...
Who directed Parting Shots?
Parting Shots was directed by Michael Winner.
Who stars in Parting Shots?
The principal cast of Parting Shots includes Chris Rea, Felicity Kendal, John Cleese, Ben Kingsley, Bob Hoskins.
When was Parting Shots released and how long is it?
Parting Shots was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Parting Shots?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Parting Shots was composed by Les Reed.