Rat in the Skull
Synopsis
In a cell in a London police station, a suspected I.R.A. bomber, Roche, has been detained for questioning. To help them in the interrogation, the London coppers have summoned Nelson, a detective from Northern Ireland's predominantly Protestant police force, the Royal Ulster Constabulary.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Stafford-Clark, Glyn Edwards
- Screenplay & Story
- Ron Hutchinson
- Original Title
- Rat in the Skull
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Stafford-Clark, Glyn Edwards
Ron Hutchinson
Department Leadership Roster
Ron Hutchinson
Writer
Max Stafford-Clark
Director
Glyn Edwards
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rat in the Skull
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What is Rat in the Skull about?
In a cell in a London police station, a suspected I.R.A. bomber, Roche, has been detained for questioning. To help them in the interrogation, the London coppers have summoned Nelson, a detective from Northern Ireland's predominantly Protestant police force, the Royal Ulster Constabulary.
Who directed Rat in the Skull?
Rat in the Skull was directed by Max Stafford-Clark, Glyn Edwards.
Who stars in Rat in the Skull?
The principal cast of Rat in the Skull includes Brian Cox, Philip Jackson, Gary Oldman, Colum Convey, Mike Bradwell.
When was Rat in the Skull released and how long is it?
Rat in the Skull was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.