The Bannfoot Ferry
Synopsis
A forgotten history of Northern Ireland is unveiled through a journey into Ulster Television’s archives, and the rediscovery of the first locally-produced network drama, Boatman Do Not Tarry.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Bannfoot Ferry — Teaser Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-03-28
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Evan Marshall
Self
Bronagh McAtasney
Self
Stephen McNally
Self
Lorraine Bourke
Self
George Hawthorn
Self
John Hill
Self
Shamus Donnelly
Self
Phil Woolsey
Self
Wesley Johnston
Self
Patrick McAlinney
John Corby (archive footage)
J.G. Devlin
Peter Croogan / Self (archive footage)
Elizabeth Begley
Sarah Corby (archive footage)
William Wilson
Self (archive footage)
Charles Witherspoon
Self (archive footage)
James Boyce
Self (archive footage)
Derek Bailey
Self (archive footage)
John D. Stewart
Self (archive footage)
Terence O'Neill
Self (archive footage)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Colm Laverty
- Screenplay & Story
- Colm Laverty
- Original Title
- The Bannfoot Ferry
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 38m
- Production Studios
- Northern Ireland Screen, BFI Network
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Colm Laverty
Colm Laverty
Colm Laverty
Will McConnell
Department Leadership Roster
Colm Laverty
Director
Colm Laverty
Editor
Will McConnell
Producer
Colm Laverty
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bannfoot Ferry
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What is The Bannfoot Ferry about?
A forgotten history of Northern Ireland is unveiled through a journey into Ulster Television’s archives, and the rediscovery of the first locally-produced network drama, Boatman Do Not Tarry.
Who directed The Bannfoot Ferry?
The Bannfoot Ferry was directed by Colm Laverty.
Who stars in The Bannfoot Ferry?
The principal cast of The Bannfoot Ferry includes Evan Marshall, Bronagh McAtasney, Stephen McNally, Lorraine Bourke, George Hawthorn.
When was The Bannfoot Ferry released and how long is it?
The Bannfoot Ferry was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 38m.