Just a Boys' Game
Synopsis
Jake lives in the shadow of his dying grandfather, who was once the town's toughest hard man. Despite their hatred of each other, Jake's sole aim is to be as tough as the old man was. One day in Jake's life, as he drifts, drinks and fights, leads to a bleak realisation.
Top Cast
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Frankie Miller
Jake McQuillen
Ken Hutchison
Dancer Dunnichy
Gregor Fisher
Tanza
Jean Taylor Smith
Grannie
Hector Nicol
Granda
Katherine Stark
Jane
Jan Wilson
Bella
Jim Byars
Mental Dan
Billy Greenlees
Dunky McCafferty
John Murtagh
Gaylie Runciman
Billy Riddoch
Sandy West
Irene Sunters
Martin Cochrane
Elaine Collins
Freddie Boardley
Michael Malone
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Mackenzie
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter McDougall
- Original Title
- Just a Boys' Game
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Mackenzie
Peter McDougall
Richard Eyre
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Eyre
Producer
John Mackenzie
Director
Peter McDougall
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Just a Boys' Game
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Just a Boys' Game about?
Jake lives in the shadow of his dying grandfather, who was once the town's toughest hard man. Despite their hatred of each other, Jake's sole aim is to be as tough as the old man was. One day in Jake's life, as he drifts, drinks and fights, leads to a bleak realisation.
Who directed Just a Boys' Game?
Just a Boys' Game was directed by John Mackenzie.
Who stars in Just a Boys' Game?
The principal cast of Just a Boys' Game includes Frankie Miller, Ken Hutchison, Gregor Fisher, Jean Taylor Smith, Hector Nicol.
When was Just a Boys' Game released and how long is it?
Just a Boys' Game was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.