Skallagrigg
Synopsis
Back in the 'bad old days' when the physically and mentally disabled were locked away in institutions a legend grew of someone who could stand up to the authorities and help them. This charming story is how a group of disabled people went to chase that legend. To assist them John is forced to come to terms with his daughter and her friends.
Top Cast
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Bernard Hill
John
Kerry Noble
Esther
Karl Purden
Tom
Tom Tomalin
Raj
Linda Bassett
Susan
Billie Whitelaw
Margaret
Richard Briers
Old Arthur/George
Nick Brimble
Frank
John McArdle
Dilke
Ian Dury
Rendle
Kevin Whately
Sam Hopkins
Adam Walker
Young Arthur
Joe Norton
Young George
Fine Time Fontayne
Arthur's Father
Kathy Jamieson
Arthur's Mother
Neil Dudgeon
Priest
Peter Faulkner
Nurse
Jack Chissick
Dr Leath
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Spence
- Screenplay & Story
- Nigel Williams
- Original Title
- Skallagrigg
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Spence
Nigel Williams, William Horwood
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Spence
Director
Nigel Williams
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Skallagrigg
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Skallagrigg about?
Back in the 'bad old days' when the physically and mentally disabled were locked away in institutions a legend grew of someone who could stand up to the authorities and help them. This charming story is how a group of disabled people went to chase that legend. To assist them John is forced to come to terms with his daughter and her friends.
Who directed Skallagrigg?
Skallagrigg was directed by Richard Spence.
Who stars in Skallagrigg?
The principal cast of Skallagrigg includes Bernard Hill, Kerry Noble, Karl Purden, Tom Tomalin, Linda Bassett.
When was Skallagrigg released and how long is it?
Skallagrigg was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Is Skallagrigg based on a book or true story?
Skallagrigg is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Horwood".