The Truth Commissioner
Synopsis
Set in a post-Troubles Northern Ireland, The Truth Commissioner follows the fictional story of Henry Stanfield, played by Roger Allam, a career diplomat who has just been appointed as Truth Commissioner to Northern Ireland. Eager to make good as a peacemaker, the Prime Minister urges a commission following the South African model of Truth and Reconciliation. But, though Stanfield starts bravely, he quickly uncovers some bloody and inconvenient truths about those now running the country; truths which none of those in power are prepared to have revealed.
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The Truth Commissioner OFFICIAL TRAILEROfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-02-04
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Roger Allam
Henry Stanfield
Sean McGinley
Francis Gilroy
Barry Ward
Michael Madden
Conleth Hill
Johnny Rafferty
Madeleine Mantock
Laura
Tom Goodman-Hill
Jake Marston
Simone Kirby
Maria Walshe
Brid Brennan
Catherine Gilroy
Ian McElhinney
James Fenton
Lia Williams
Prime Minister
Joanne Crawford
Anna Connolly
Ian Beattie
Beckett
Klára Issová
Krystal
Geraldine McAlinden
Mrs O'Kane
Stephen Hagan
Alan
Jonathan Harden
Gleeson
Eleanor Methven
Miriam Fenton
Ross McKinney
Michael Madden Jnr
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Declan Recks
- Screenplay & Story
- Eoin O'Callaghan
- Original Score
- Niall Byrne
- Original Title
- The Truth Commissioner
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Kreo Films, Samson Films, Big Fish Films, Head Gear Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Declan Recks
Eoin O'Callaghan
Niall Byrne
Eoin O'Callaghan
Department Leadership Roster
Declan Recks
Director
Eoin O'Callaghan
Producer
Eoin O'Callaghan
Writer
Joe Condren
Stunt Coordinator
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Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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What is The Truth Commissioner about?
Set in a post-Troubles Northern Ireland, The Truth Commissioner follows the fictional story of Henry Stanfield, played by Roger Allam, a career diplomat who has just been appointed as Truth Commissioner to Northern Ireland. Eager to make good as a peacemaker, the Prime Minister urges a commission following the South African model of Truth and Reconciliation. But, though Stanfield starts bravely, he quickly uncovers some bloody and inconvenient truths about those now running the country; truths which none of those in power are prepared to have revealed.
Who directed The Truth Commissioner?
The Truth Commissioner was directed by Declan Recks.
Who stars in The Truth Commissioner?
The principal cast of The Truth Commissioner includes Roger Allam, Sean McGinley, Barry Ward, Conleth Hill, Madeleine Mantock.
When was The Truth Commissioner released and how long is it?
The Truth Commissioner was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Truth Commissioner?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Truth Commissioner was composed by Niall Byrne.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Truth Commissioner?
The Truth Commissioner holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).