McLibel
“The Postman and Gardener Who Took on McDonald's, and Won.”
Synopsis
A deep dive into the historic 1997–2005 libel lawsuit, wherein fast-food conglomerate McDonald's sued environmental activists Helen Steel and David Morris over a critical factsheet. It became the longest trial in English legal history and a major free-speech PR disaster for the corporation.
Top Cast
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Dave Morris
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Bruce Alexander
Richard Rampton QC
Pip Donaghy
David Walker
Ian Flintoff
David Green
Oliver Ford Davies
Dr. Arnott
Richard Hope
Judge
William Hope
Guardian Newspaper Representative
Linda McGuire
Today Newspaper Representative
Nick Miles
Channel 4 Representative
Fred Pearson
Sid Nicholson
Malcolm Tierney
Ed Oakley
Anita Anand
Voiceover
Peter Armstrong
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Chris Brierley
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Rhona Cameron
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Wilson Haagens
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Frank Hutson
Voiceover
Release History & Theatrical Window
Updated Version
Festival / Special Debut
May 20, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$7K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Franny Armstrong, Ken Loach
- Original Score
- Chris Brierley, Alfie Thomas, Johny Brown, Guy Jackson, Luminous Frenzy, Band of Holy Joy, The Playthings
- Original Title
- McLibel
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Worldwide Gross
- $7K
- Production Studios
- Journeyman Films Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Franny Armstrong, Ken Loach
Chris Brierley, Alfie Thomas, Johny Brown, Guy Jackson, Luminous Frenzy, Band of Holy Joy, The Playthings
Franny Armstrong, Peter Armstrong, Neve Cunningham, Mick Duffield
David G. Hill, Gregers Sall
Peter Armstrong, Franny Armstrong
Department Leadership Roster
Franny Armstrong
Producer
David G. Hill
Editor
Gregers Sall
Editor
Franny Armstrong
Director
Ken Loach
Director
Franny Armstrong
Director of Photography
Peter Armstrong
Director of Photography
Neve Cunningham
Director of Photography
Mick Duffield
Director of Photography
Chris Brierley
Original Music Composer
Alfie Thomas
Original Music Composer
Johny Brown
Original Music Composer
Guy Jackson
Original Music Composer
Luminous Frenzy
Original Music Composer
Band of Holy Joy
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About McLibel
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is McLibel about?
A deep dive into the historic 1997–2005 libel lawsuit, wherein fast-food conglomerate McDonald's sued environmental activists Helen Steel and David Morris over a critical factsheet. It became the longest trial in English legal history and a major free-speech PR disaster for the corporation.
Who directed McLibel?
McLibel was directed by Franny Armstrong, Ken Loach.
Who stars in McLibel?
The principal cast of McLibel includes Helen Steel, Dave Morris, Bruce Alexander, Pip Donaghy, Ian Flintoff.
When was McLibel released and how long is it?
McLibel was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
How much did McLibel make at the box office?
McLibel grossed $7K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for McLibel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for McLibel was composed by Chris Brierley, Alfie Thomas, Johny Brown, Guy Jackson, Luminous Frenzy, Band of Holy Joy, The Playthings.