A Boy Called Dad
“"All I ever wanted was a dad. Instead I got a son..."”
Synopsis
When he becomes a father at the tender age of 14, Robbie's life quickly spirals out of control. Feeling angry and neglected by his own dad, he kick-starts a series of events that will catapult him at great speed into adulthood.
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A Boy Called Dad trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-03-15
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Kyle Ward
Robbie
Ian Hart
Joe
Charlene McKenna
Nia
Sacha Parkinson
Leanne
Louise Delamere
Lynda
Steve Evets
Ice Cream Man
Lee Turnbull
Stevie
Kevin Harvey
Mr. Skinner
Crissy Rock
Chip Shop Woman
Sam Webb
Young Robbie
Sienna Jones
Newborn Baby Elliot
Millie Wortley
Elliot
Faith Wortley
Elliot
Joel Robinson
Elliot
Alan Stocks
Bill the Bookie
Rhys Parry Jones
Robbie's Mate
Edward Miller
Robbie's Mate
Cieran Walmsley
Robbie's Mate
Release History & Theatrical Window
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 14, 2010
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Percival
- Screenplay & Story
- Julie Rutterford
- Original Title
- A Boy Called Dad
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Made Up North Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Percival
Julie Rutterford
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Percival
Director
Julie Rutterford
Writer
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What is A Boy Called Dad about?
When he becomes a father at the tender age of 14, Robbie's life quickly spirals out of control. Feeling angry and neglected by his own dad, he kick-starts a series of events that will catapult him at great speed into adulthood.
Who directed A Boy Called Dad?
A Boy Called Dad was directed by Brian Percival.
Who stars in A Boy Called Dad?
The principal cast of A Boy Called Dad includes Kyle Ward, Ian Hart, Charlene McKenna, Sacha Parkinson, Louise Delamere.
When was A Boy Called Dad released and how long is it?
A Boy Called Dad was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.