A Private Function
“When a clandestine party goes wild, it's all about pork... and prestige.”
Synopsis
In the summer of 1947, Britain prepares to commemorate the wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip. To get around food-rationing laws, Dr. Charles Swaby, accountant Henry Allardyce and solicitor Frank Lockwood are fattening a black-market pig for the big day. Egged on by his wife, meek Gilbert Chilvers steals the swine, but the couple must conceal it from inspector Morris Wormold.
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A Private Function 1984 Trailer | Michael Palin | Maggie Smith
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-01-07
Top Cast
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Michael Palin
Gilbert Chilvers
Maggie Smith
Joyce Chilvers
Denholm Elliott
Dr. Swaby
Richard Griffiths
Allardyce
Tony Haygarth
Sutcliff
John Normington
Lockwood
Bill Paterson
Wormold
Liz Smith
Mother
Alison Steadman
Mrs. Allardyce
Jim Carter
Inspector Noble
Pete Postlethwaite
Nuttol
Eileen O'Brien
Mrs. Sutcliff
Rachel Davies
Mrs. Forbes
Reece Dinsdale
P.C. Penny
Philip Wileman
Preston
Charles McKeown
Medcalf
Susan Porrett
Mrs. Medcalf
Donald Eccles
Father
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 27, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Malcolm Mowbray
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Bennett
- Original Score
- John Du Prez
- Original Title
- A Private Function
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Handmade Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Malcolm Mowbray
Alan Bennett, Malcolm Mowbray
John Du Prez
Tony Pierce-Roberts
Barrie Vince
Mark Shivas, George Harrison, Denis O'Brien
Department Leadership Roster
Malcolm Mowbray
Director
Alan Bennett
Screenplay
Mark Shivas
Producer
Tony Pierce-Roberts
Director of Photography
Barrie Vince
Editor
Stuart Walker
Production Design
Phyllis Dalton
Costume Design
John Du Prez
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Private Function
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What is A Private Function about?
In the summer of 1947, Britain prepares to commemorate the wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip. To get around food-rationing laws, Dr. Charles Swaby, accountant Henry Allardyce and solicitor Frank Lockwood are fattening a black-market pig for the big day. Egged on by his wife, meek Gilbert Chilvers steals the swine, but the couple must conceal it from inspector Morris Wormold.
Who directed A Private Function?
A Private Function was directed by Malcolm Mowbray.
Who stars in A Private Function?
The principal cast of A Private Function includes Michael Palin, Maggie Smith, Denholm Elliott, Richard Griffiths, Tony Haygarth.
When was A Private Function released and how long is it?
A Private Function was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for A Private Function?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Private Function was composed by John Du Prez.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Private Function?
A Private Function holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).