Dinner at the Sporting Club
Synopsis
Vinny Mathews is a small time boxing promoter who struggles with his conscience over what to do with a fighter he knows is unfit to face his opponent. However, Mathews needs sponsorship and this would be the ideal opportunity to mix with the "frilly shirted" sportsmen who enjoy their lavish lifestyle as fighters slug it out as the steak is served!
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John Thaw
Dinny Mathews
Billy McColl
John Duncan
Patrick Durkin
Patsy
Jonathan Lynn
Cyril Benson
Ken Campbell
Neville
Tony Caunter
Ray Little
Maureen Lipman
Sharon Benson
John Bardon
Sammy
Herbert Norville
Elwyn
Terry Downes
George
Liam Neeson
Dermot
Marilyn Galsworthy
Mandy
Nula Conwell
Carol
Paul Imbusch
Mr Knight
Eric Kent
Inspector Harry Onslow
Frank Lee
Lew
Stewart Harwood
House Second
Vass Anderson
Doctor
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Gibson
- Screenplay & Story
- Leon Griffiths
- Original Title
- Dinner at the Sporting Club
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Gibson
Leon Griffiths
Tony Pierce-Roberts
David Martin
Kenith Trodd
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Gibson
Director
Kenith Trodd
Producer
Austen Spriggs
Production Design
Robin Stubbs
Costume Design
Tony Pierce-Roberts
Director of Photography
David Martin
Editor
Leon Griffiths
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dinner at the Sporting Club
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What is Dinner at the Sporting Club about?
Vinny Mathews is a small time boxing promoter who struggles with his conscience over what to do with a fighter he knows is unfit to face his opponent. However, Mathews needs sponsorship and this would be the ideal opportunity to mix with the "frilly shirted" sportsmen who enjoy their lavish lifestyle as fighters slug it out as the steak is served!
Who directed Dinner at the Sporting Club?
Dinner at the Sporting Club was directed by Brian Gibson.
Who stars in Dinner at the Sporting Club?
The principal cast of Dinner at the Sporting Club includes John Thaw, Billy McColl, Patrick Durkin, Jonathan Lynn, Ken Campbell.
When was Dinner at the Sporting Club released and how long is it?
Dinner at the Sporting Club was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.