Restless Natives
“Scotland's most notorious public enemies”
Synopsis
Two lads in Edinburgh embark on a non-violent spree of robberies. They dress up in clown masks and act as modern highwaymen, robbing coach loads of tourists in the highlands. In the process they become folk heroes to the locals.
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Restless Natives Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-26
Top Cast
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Vincent Friell
Will
Joe Mullaney
Ronnie
Teri Lally
Margot
Ned Beatty
Bender
Robert Urquhart
Baird
Bernard Hill
Will's father
Mel Smith
Pyle
Bryan Forbes
Driver
Nanette Newman
Passenger
Iain McColl
Nigel
Ann Scott-Jones
Will's Mother
Laura Smith
Mary Harrison
Rachel Boyd
Isla
Dave Anderson
Illingworth
Eiji Kusuhara
Presenter
Ed Bishop
Reporter
Lawrie McNicol
Detective
Neville Watchurst
Detective
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 12, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Hoffman
- Screenplay & Story
- Rupert Walters, Ninian Dunnett
- Original Score
- Stuart Adamson
- Original Title
- Restless Natives
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese, English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- EMI Films, Thorn EMI Screen Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Hoffman
Rupert Walters, Ninian Dunnett
Stuart Adamson
Oliver Stapleton
Sean Barton
Mark Bentley, Rick Stevenson
Department Leadership Roster
Adrienne Atkinson
Production Design
Nick Gillard
Stunt Coordinator
Michael Hoffman
Director
Ninian Dunnett
Writer
Rick Stevenson
Producer
Sean Barton
Editor
Stuart Adamson
Original Music Composer
Oliver Stapleton
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Restless Natives
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Restless Natives about?
Two lads in Edinburgh embark on a non-violent spree of robberies. They dress up in clown masks and act as modern highwaymen, robbing coach loads of tourists in the highlands. In the process they become folk heroes to the locals.
Who directed Restless Natives?
Restless Natives was directed by Michael Hoffman.
Who stars in Restless Natives?
The principal cast of Restless Natives includes Vincent Friell, Joe Mullaney, Teri Lally, Ned Beatty, Robert Urquhart.
When was Restless Natives released and how long is it?
Restless Natives was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Restless Natives?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Restless Natives was composed by Stuart Adamson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Restless Natives?
Restless Natives holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).