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Kevin McNally
Johnny
Ian Charleson
Henry
Sarah Porter
Carol
Maurice O'Connell
Cag
Dickie Arnold
Scabby
Daphne Heard
Mrs Brown
Ken Sicklen
Ted Brown
Terence Davies
Sergeant
Pete Postlethwaite
Soldier
Robert Putt
Terrorist
Denis Lawson
Terrorist
Dermot Crowley
Terrorist
Stephen Whittaker
Terrorist
Carole Hayman
Party Guest
William Hootkins
Party Guest
John Dicks
Party Guest
Boyd C. Mackenzie
Soldier
Chris Cregan
Soldier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Apted
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard Brenton, Sally Head
- Original Score
- Carl Davis
- Original Title
- The Paradise Run
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Apted
Howard Brenton, Sally Head
Carl Davis
Barry Hanson
Department Leadership Roster
Howard Brenton
Writer
Michael Apted
Director
Carl Davis
Original Music Composer
Barry Hanson
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Paradise Run
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Paradise Run about?
Johnny has joined the army because he likes canoeing, but ends up in a war-torn city and is compromised into helping the enemy. However, desertion will not be a solution, and he finds himself more distressed than ever.
Who directed The Paradise Run?
The Paradise Run was directed by Michael Apted.
Who stars in The Paradise Run?
The principal cast of The Paradise Run includes Kevin McNally, Ian Charleson, Sarah Porter, Maurice O'Connell, Dickie Arnold.
When was The Paradise Run released and how long is it?
The Paradise Run was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 50m.
Who composed the musical score for The Paradise Run?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Paradise Run was composed by Carl Davis.