Buster
“He'll steal your heart”
Synopsis
Buster is a small time crook who pulls a big time job. When he finds that the police will not let the case drop, he goes into hiding and can't contact his wife and child. He arranges to meet them in Mexico where he thinks they can begin again, but finds that he must choose between his family and freedom.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-04-26
Top Cast
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Phil Collins
Buster Edwards
Julie Walters
June Edwards
Larry Lamb
Bruce Reynolds
Ralph Brown
Ronny Biggs
Christopher Ellison
George
Sheila Hancock
Mrs. Rothery
Martin Jarvis
Inspector Jack Mitchell
Anthony Quayle
Sir James McDowell
Michael Byrne
Poyser
Ellie Beaven
Nicky Edwards
Rupert Vansittart
Fairclough
Steve McFadden
Gang Member
Frank Ellis
Gang Member
John Barrard
Walter
John Benfield
Jimmy
Clive Wood
Sergeant Chalmers
Stephanie Lawrence
Franny
Harold Innocent
Justice Parry
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Green
- Screenplay & Story
- Colin Shindler
- Original Score
- Anne Dudley
- Original Title
- Buster
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Buster Productions, The Movie Group, NFH Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Green
Colin Shindler
Anne Dudley
Tony Imi
Lesley Walker
Norma Heyman, Redmond Morris
Department Leadership Roster
David Green
Director
Anne Dudley
Original Music Composer
Colin Shindler
Writer
Norma Heyman
Producer
Redmond Morris
Producer
Lesley Walker
Editor
Tony Imi
Director of Photography
Simon Holland
Production Design
Evangeline Harrison
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buster
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What is Buster about?
Buster is a small time crook who pulls a big time job. When he finds that the police will not let the case drop, he goes into hiding and can't contact his wife and child. He arranges to meet them in Mexico where he thinks they can begin again, but finds that he must choose between his family and freedom.
Who directed Buster?
Buster was directed by David Green.
Who stars in Buster?
The principal cast of Buster includes Phil Collins, Julie Walters, Larry Lamb, Ralph Brown, Christopher Ellison.
When was Buster released and how long is it?
Buster was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Buster?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Buster was composed by Anne Dudley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Buster?
Buster holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).