Shoot the Messenger
Synopsis
Shoot the Messenger follows one man's painful journey towards self-discovery. On the way he finds both his own attitudes and the expectations of his community challenged.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Shoot the Messenger (2006) clip - on BFI Blu-ray from 28 March 2022 | BFIOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2022-02-13
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
David Oyelowo
Joseph Pascale
Nikki Amuka-Bird
Heather
Ariyon Bakare
Elroy
Jay Byrd
Mabel
Sharon Duncan-Brewster
Sherlene
Daniel Kaluuya
Reece
David Gyasi
Timothy
Junior Laniyan
Patrick
Chiké Okonkwo
Kwame
Eric Kofi Abrefa
Yannek
Anjela Lauren Smith
Maureen
Richard Pepple
Roy
Charles Mnene
Germal
Medina Aijikawo
Sarah
Sian Ejiwunmi-Le Berre
Janine
Clare Perkins
Mary Gibbs
Heather Bleasdale
Tracey Willis
Clive Rowe
Rev. Wilson
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ngozi Onwurah
- Screenplay & Story
- Sharon Foster
- Original Score
- Julian Nott
- Original Title
- Shoot the Messenger
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- BBC Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ngozi Onwurah
Sharon Foster
Julian Nott
David Katznelson
Yvonne Isimeme Ibazebo, Anne Pivcevic
Department Leadership Roster
Sharon Foster
Writer
Yvonne Isimeme Ibazebo
Producer
Ngozi Onwurah
Director
David Katznelson
Director of Photography
Anne Pivcevic
Producer
Julian Nott
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Shoot the Messenger.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Shoot the Messenger.
list5
MovieLens[30K:40K]
Daniel Kaluuya Portfolio - Movies
Curated master portfolio of movies starring Daniel Kaluuya Portfolio - Movies. Updated frequently. Last updated September 26, 2026.
Similar Titles to Shoot the Messenger
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
6.9
6.7
5.5
7.4
7.7
7.4
4.7
2.0
7.2
4.6
8.0
7.1
6.5
6.7
7.5
7.8
6.1
6.3
More Like Shoot the Messenger
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shoot the Messenger
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shoot the Messenger about?
Shoot the Messenger follows one man's painful journey towards self-discovery. On the way he finds both his own attitudes and the expectations of his community challenged.
Who directed Shoot the Messenger?
Shoot the Messenger was directed by Ngozi Onwurah.
Who stars in Shoot the Messenger?
The principal cast of Shoot the Messenger includes David Oyelowo, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Ariyon Bakare, Jay Byrd, Sharon Duncan-Brewster.
When was Shoot the Messenger released and how long is it?
Shoot the Messenger was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Shoot the Messenger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shoot the Messenger was composed by Julian Nott.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shoot the Messenger?
Shoot the Messenger holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).