Brookside: The Lost Weekend
Synopsis
A special, video only story set on the Brookside close. On Friday 14th November 1997, a five night a week storyline ended in a cliffhanger and this video completes the story - a tale of kidnapping extortion and violence. The action-packed episode features faces from the show's past including Sheila Grant (Sue Johnston) and wayward son Barry Grant (Paul Usher), and is written by series creator Phil Redmond.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 15, 1997
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeremy Summers
- Screenplay & Story
- Phil Redmond
- Original Score
- Steve Wright
- Original Title
- Brookside: The Lost Weekend
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Mersey Television, Brookside Productions Limited, Channel 4 Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeremy Summers
Phil Redmond
Steve Wright
Phil Redmond
Department Leadership Roster
Jeremy Summers
Director
Phil Redmond
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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What is Brookside: The Lost Weekend about?
A special, video only story set on the Brookside close. On Friday 14th November 1997, a five night a week storyline ended in a cliffhanger and this video completes the story - a tale of kidnapping extortion and violence. The action-packed episode features faces from the show's past including Sheila Grant (Sue Johnston) and wayward son Barry Grant (Paul Usher), and is written by series creator Phil Redmond.
Who directed Brookside: The Lost Weekend?
Brookside: The Lost Weekend was directed by Jeremy Summers.
Who stars in Brookside: The Lost Weekend?
The principal cast of Brookside: The Lost Weekend includes Sue Johnston, Dean Sullivan, Claire Sweeney, Sue Jenkins, Paul Usher.
When was Brookside: The Lost Weekend released and how long is it?
Brookside: The Lost Weekend was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Brookside: The Lost Weekend?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Brookside: The Lost Weekend was composed by Steve Wright.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Brookside: The Lost Weekend?
Brookside: The Lost Weekend holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).