Orphans
“Are YOUR parents a burden?”
Synopsis
A group of four siblings reunite in Glasgow on the eve of their mother's funeral, and the children mourn their mother's passing in a variety of ways—sometimes heartfelt, sometimes bizarre. As a potential thunderstorm threatens to damage the city, the situation compounds itself.
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Orphans (1999) | Film4 TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-01-09
Top Cast
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Douglas Henshall
Michael
Gary Lewis
Thomas
Rosemarie Stevenson
Sheila
Stephen McCole
John
Ann Swan
Mother of Family
Frank Gallagher
Tanga
Alex Norton
Hanson
Dave Anderson
Uncle Ian
Malcolm Shields
DD Duncan
Laura O'Donnell
Carole
John Comerford
Ed, Carole's Dad
Deirdre Davis
Alison, Carole's Mum
Eric Barlow
Mr Bell
Frances Carrigan
Mrs Bell
Judith A. Williams
Amanda, Babysitter
Sheila Donald
Mrs Finch
Maureen Carr
Minnie
Laurie Ventry
Henry
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$50K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Mullan
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Mullan
- Original Score
- Craig Armstrong
- Original Title
- Orphans
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Worldwide Gross
- $50K
- Production Studios
- Antoinine Green Bridge, The Scottish Arts Council, The Glasgow Film Fund, National Lottery, British Screen Productions, Film4 Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Mullan
Peter Mullan
Craig Armstrong
Grant Cameron
Colin Monie
Frances Higson, Paddy Higson
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Mullan
Director
Peter Mullan
Writer
Grant Cameron
Director of Photography
Colin Monie
Editor
Frances Higson
Producer
Craig Armstrong
Original Music Composer
Campbell Gordon
Production Design
Lynn Aitken
Costume Design
Nick Powell
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Orphans
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What is Orphans about?
A group of four siblings reunite in Glasgow on the eve of their mother's funeral, and the children mourn their mother's passing in a variety of ways—sometimes heartfelt, sometimes bizarre. As a potential thunderstorm threatens to damage the city, the situation compounds itself.
Who directed Orphans?
Orphans was directed by Peter Mullan.
Who stars in Orphans?
The principal cast of Orphans includes Douglas Henshall, Gary Lewis, Rosemarie Stevenson, Stephen McCole, Ann Swan.
When was Orphans released and how long is it?
Orphans was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
How much did Orphans make at the box office?
Orphans grossed $50K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Orphans?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Orphans was composed by Craig Armstrong.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Orphans?
Orphans holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).