Scoop
Synopsis
Scoop is a 1987 TV film directed by Gavin Millar, adapted by William Boyd from the 1938 satirical novel Scoop by Evelyn Waugh. It was produced by Sue Birtwistle with executive producers Nick Elliott and Patrick Garland. Original music was made by Stanley Myers. The story is about a reporter sent to Ishmaelia (a fictional African state) by accident.
Top Cast
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Michael Maloney
William Boot
Michael Hordern
Uncle Theodor
Denholm Elliott
Salter
Donald Pleasence
Lord Copper
Robert Eddison
Troutbeck
Helen Lindsay
Mrs. Boot
Gwen Nelson
Granny Boot
Nicholas Le Prevost
John Boot
Jake Wood
Paper Boy
Nicola Pagett
Julia Stitch
Lucy Speed
Josephine Stitch
Fred Pearson
Editor
Clive Mantle
Cuthbert
Jack Shepherd
Corker
Tony Haygarth
Pigge
Martin Wimbush
London Dinner Guest
Chua Kah Joo
Lascar Steward
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gavin Millar
- Screenplay & Story
- William Boyd
- Original Title
- Scoop
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- LWT
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gavin Millar
William Boyd, Evelyn Waugh
Roger Pratt
Derek Bain
Sue Birtwistle
Department Leadership Roster
Gavin Millar
Director
William Boyd
Screenplay
Derek Bain
Editor
Roger Pratt
Director of Photography
Sue Birtwistle
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Scoop.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Scoop
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Scoop about?
Scoop is a 1987 TV film directed by Gavin Millar, adapted by William Boyd from the 1938 satirical novel Scoop by Evelyn Waugh. It was produced by Sue Birtwistle with executive producers Nick Elliott and Patrick Garland. Original music was made by Stanley Myers. The story is about a reporter sent to Ishmaelia (a fictional African state) by accident.
Who directed Scoop?
Scoop was directed by Gavin Millar.
Who stars in Scoop?
The principal cast of Scoop includes Michael Maloney, Michael Hordern, Denholm Elliott, Donald Pleasence, Robert Eddison.
When was Scoop released and how long is it?
Scoop was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Is Scoop based on a book or true story?
Scoop is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Evelyn Waugh".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Scoop?
Scoop holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).