The Actors
Synopsis
During the run of a particularly awful interpretation of Richard III, the star, Anthony O'Malley, begins to frequent a rough pub to develop his character. He meets Barreller who he discovers owes someone he's never met a considerable sum of money. Seeing an opportunity to make some fast money, O'Malley convinces hapless extra, Tom, to meet Barreller as the debt collector.
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The Actors [2003] | Dylan Moran
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-08-27
Top Cast
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Michael Caine
Anthony O'Malley
Dylan Moran
Tom Quirk
Michael Gambon
Barreller
Lena Headey
Dolores
Miranda Richardson
Mrs. Magnani
Michael McElhatton
Jock
Aisling O'Sullivan
Rita
Ben Miller
Clive
Abigail Iversen
Mary
Deirdre Walsh
Camcorder Girl
Veronica O'Reilly
Box Office Attendant
Deirdre O'Kane
Stage Manager
Alison Doody
Alison Doody
Simon Delaney
Ronnie
Alvaro Lucchesi
Lesley
Guy Carleton
Bookseller
Michael Colgan
Audition Director
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 16, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 23, 2011
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Conor McPherson
- Screenplay & Story
- Conor McPherson
- Original Score
- Michael Nyman
- Original Title
- The Actors
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Company of Wolves, Film4 Productions, Close Call Films, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, Miramax, Senator Film, Section 481, Scala Productions, Four Provinces Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Conor McPherson
Conor McPherson, Neil Jordan
Michael Nyman
Seamus McGarvey
Emer Reynolds
Paul Webster, Rod Stoneman, Stephen Woolley, Redmond Morris, Hanno Huth
Department Leadership Roster
Conor McPherson
Director
Conor McPherson
Screenplay
Stephen Woolley
Producer
Redmond Morris
Producer
Neil Jordan
Producer
Consolata Boyle
Costume Design
Emer Reynolds
Editor
Mark Geraghty
Production Design
Donal O'Farrell
Stunt Coordinator
Seamus McGarvey
Director of Photography
Michael Nyman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Actors
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What is The Actors about?
During the run of a particularly awful interpretation of Richard III, the star, Anthony O'Malley, begins to frequent a rough pub to develop his character. He meets Barreller who he discovers owes someone he's never met a considerable sum of money. Seeing an opportunity to make some fast money, O'Malley convinces hapless extra, Tom, to meet Barreller as the debt collector.
Who directed The Actors?
The Actors was directed by Conor McPherson.
Who stars in The Actors?
The principal cast of The Actors includes Michael Caine, Dylan Moran, Michael Gambon, Lena Headey, Miranda Richardson.
When was The Actors released and how long is it?
The Actors was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Actors?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Actors was composed by Michael Nyman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Actors?
The Actors holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).