The Flying Scotsman
“The true story of the unlikely champion that inspired a nation.”
Synopsis
Based on the incredible true story of amateur cyclist Graeme Obree, who breaks the world one-hour record on a bike he made out of washing machine parts.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Flying Scotsman Official Trailer #1 - Jonny Lee Miller Movie (2006) HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-05
Top Cast
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Jonny Lee Miller
Graeme Obree
Sean Brown
Young Graeme Obree
Joseph Carney
Child Gang Leader
Billy Boyd
Malky
Laura Fraser
Anne Obree
Brian Cox
Douglas Baxter
Ron Donachie
Scobie
Morven Christie
Katie
David Hounslow
"Specialized" Representative
Gary Hollywood
Cycle Courier
Pauline Lynch
Second Office Receptionist
Moray Hunter
Armstrong
Steven Berkoff
Ernst Hagemann
Niall Greig Fulton
Adult Gang Leader
Adrian Grove
Chris Boardman
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 29, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 12, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Douglas Mackinnon
- Screenplay & Story
- John Brown, Simon Rose, Declan Hughes
- Original Score
- Martin Phipps
- Original Title
- The Flying Scotsman
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Scion Films, ContentFilm, Zero West Filmproduktion, Freewheel International, DNC Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Douglas Mackinnon
John Brown, Simon Rose, Declan Hughes
Martin Phipps
Gavin Finney
Colin Monie
Alasdair Waddell, Claire Chapman, Peter Gallagher, Sara Giles, Peter Broughan
Department Leadership Roster
Douglas Mackinnon
Director
John Brown
Writer
Simon Rose
Writer
Declan Hughes
Writer
Mike Gunn
Production Design
Claire Chapman
Producer
Peter Gallagher
Producer
Alexandra Caulfield
Costume Design
Sara Giles
Producer
Peter Broughan
Producer
Colin Monie
Editor
Gavin Finney
Director of Photography
Martin Phipps
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Flying Scotsman
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What is The Flying Scotsman about?
Based on the incredible true story of amateur cyclist Graeme Obree, who breaks the world one-hour record on a bike he made out of washing machine parts.
Who directed The Flying Scotsman?
The Flying Scotsman was directed by Douglas Mackinnon.
Who stars in The Flying Scotsman?
The principal cast of The Flying Scotsman includes Jonny Lee Miller, Sean Brown, Joseph Carney, Billy Boyd, Laura Fraser.
When was The Flying Scotsman released and how long is it?
The Flying Scotsman was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Flying Scotsman?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Flying Scotsman was composed by Martin Phipps.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Flying Scotsman?
The Flying Scotsman holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).