One Chance
“The incredible true story of an underdog who never gave up.”
Synopsis
This film follows the remarkable and inspirational true story of Paul Potts, a shy, bullied shop assistant by day and an amateur opera singer by night.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
'One Chance' Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-18
Top Cast
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James Corden
Paul Potts
Alexandra Roach
Julz
Julie Walters
Yvonne
Colm Meaney
Roland Potts
Jemima Rooper
Hydrangea
Mackenzie Crook
Braddon
Trystan Gravelle
Matthew
Sion Tudor Owen
Choirmaster
Alex Macqueen
Dr. Thorpe
Miriam Lucia
Signora Fiorentino
Stanley Townsend
Luciano Pavarotti
Di Botcher
Nurse
Jon Wennington
Talent Show Punter (uncredited)
Owen Hunte
Friend in Bar (uncredited)
Brandon Whitt
Buncle son (uncredited)
Evan Whitt
Buncle son (uncredited)
Valeria Bilello
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 29, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 6, 2014
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$10.9M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Frankel
- Screenplay & Story
- Justin Zackham
- Original Score
- Theodore Shapiro
- Original Title
- One Chance
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Worldwide Gross
- $10.9M
- Production Studios
- Relevant Entertainment, Syco Television, Weston Pictures, The Weinstein Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Frankel
Justin Zackham
Theodore Shapiro
Florian Ballhaus
Wendy Greene Bricmont
Harvey Weinstein, Bob Weinstein, Simon Cowell, Michael Menchel, Kris Thykier
Department Leadership Roster
David Frankel
Director
Justin Zackham
Screenplay
Theodore Shapiro
Original Music Composer
Florian Ballhaus
Director of Photography
Simon Cowell
Producer
Michael Menchel
Producer
Kris Thykier
Producer
Brad Weston
Producer
Wendy Greene Bricmont
Editor
Martin Childs
Production Design
Colleen Kelsall
Costume Design
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 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for One Chance.
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Chance
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is One Chance about?
This film follows the remarkable and inspirational true story of Paul Potts, a shy, bullied shop assistant by day and an amateur opera singer by night.
Who directed One Chance?
One Chance was directed by David Frankel.
Who stars in One Chance?
The principal cast of One Chance includes James Corden, Alexandra Roach, Julie Walters, Colm Meaney, Jemima Rooper.
When was One Chance released and how long is it?
One Chance was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
How much did One Chance make at the box office?
One Chance grossed $10.9M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for One Chance?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One Chance was composed by Theodore Shapiro.
What is the age rating and content advisory for One Chance?
One Chance holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).