The Bogie Man
Synopsis
A mental patient who believes he is Humphrey Bogart escapes from his institution and sets up in business as a private eye. Based on the the comic book series created by writers John Wagner and Alan Grant.
Top Cast
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Robbie Coltrane
Francis Forbes Clunie
Fiona Fullerton
Dr. Olive Branch
Jean Anderson
Mrs Napier
Craig Ferguson
Det. Sgt. Ure
Aine O'Connor
Lauren McCall
Aine O'Connor
Lauren MacCall
Midge Ure
Gus McCurdie
Ron Donachie
Davie
Jimmie MacGregor
Hughie
Natasha Gerson
Nurse Josephine
Eilidh Fraser
Nurse Betty
Alec Heggie
McTaggart
Bill Murdoch
Bald Santa
Jake D'Arcy
Drunken Bum
Terry Neason
Krankie Woman
Sheila Duffy
Newscaster
Fenella Kerr
Reporter
Moss Heights
Poor Joe Pavarotti
Release History & Theatrical Window
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Gormley
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Pender, Alan Grant
- Original Title
- The Bogie Man
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- BBC Scotland, BBC Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Gormley
Paul Pender, Alan Grant
Mark Littlewood
David Harvie
Andy Park, Bill Bryden, Michael Wearing
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Gormley
Director
Paul Pender
Writer
Andy Park
Producer
Mark Littlewood
Director of Photography
David Harvie
Editor
Campbell Gordon
Production Design
Elaine Nichols
Costume Design
Gareth Milne
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bogie Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Bogie Man about?
A mental patient who believes he is Humphrey Bogart escapes from his institution and sets up in business as a private eye. Based on the the comic book series created by writers John Wagner and Alan Grant.
Who directed The Bogie Man?
The Bogie Man was directed by Charles Gormley.
Who stars in The Bogie Man?
The principal cast of The Bogie Man includes Robbie Coltrane, Fiona Fullerton, Jean Anderson, Craig Ferguson, Aine O'Connor.
When was The Bogie Man released and how long is it?
The Bogie Man was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is The Bogie Man based on a book or true story?
The Bogie Man is adapted from the following source material: Comic Book: "Alan Grant".