Farming
Synopsis
Based on the writer/director's childhood, FARMING tells the story of a young Nigerian boy, 'farmed out' by his parents to a white British family in the hope of a better future. Instead, he becomes the feared leader of a white skinhead gang.
Top Cast
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Damson Idris
Enitan
Kate Beckinsale
Ingrid Carpenter
John Dagleish
Levi
Gugu Mbatha-Raw
Ms. Dapo
Jaime Winstone
Lynn
Genevieve Nnaji
Tolu
Zephan Amissah
Young Emi
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Femi
Cosmo Jarvis
Jonesy
Lee Ross
Jack
Theo Barklem-Biggs
Scum
Tom Canton
Bomber
Zach Avery
Martin Fellows
Ann Mitchell
Hilda
Skye Lourie
Paula
Paul O'Kelly
Tilbury Skin
James Eeles
Fathead
Leke Adebayo
Alahgi
Release History & Theatrical Window
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 25, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 30, 2020
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
- Screenplay & Story
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
- Original Score
- Ilan Eshkeri
- Original Title
- Farming
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, France, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Groundswell Productions, Montebello Productions, Metalwork Pictures, EMG Management, Logical Pictures, Sundance Institute
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Ilan Eshkeri
Kit Fraser
Tariq Anwar
Richard Abend, Janice Williams, François Ivernel, David Ostrander, Frédéric Fiore
Department Leadership Roster
Miren Marañón
Production Design
Janice Williams
Producer
François Ivernel
Producer
Michael London
Producer
Andrew Levitas
Producer
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Director
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Writer
Ilan Eshkeri
Original Music Composer
Tariq Anwar
Editor
Kit Fraser
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Farming.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Farming
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Farming about?
Based on the writer/director's childhood, FARMING tells the story of a young Nigerian boy, 'farmed out' by his parents to a white British family in the hope of a better future. Instead, he becomes the feared leader of a white skinhead gang.
Who directed Farming?
Farming was directed by Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje.
Who stars in Farming?
The principal cast of Farming includes Damson Idris, Kate Beckinsale, John Dagleish, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jaime Winstone.
When was Farming released and how long is it?
Farming was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Farming?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Farming was composed by Ilan Eshkeri.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Farming?
Farming holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).