The Last September
Synopsis
In 1920s Ireland, an elderly couple reside over a tired country estate. Living with them are their high-spirited niece, their Oxford student nephew, and married house guests, who are trying to cover up that they are presently homeless. The niece enjoys romantic frolics with a soldier and a hidden guerrilla fighter. All of the principals are thrown into turmoil when one more guest arrives with considerable wit and unwanted advice.
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Michael Gambon
Sir Richard Naylor
Maggie Smith
Lady Myra Naylor
Keeley Hawes
Lois Farquar
David Tennant
Captain Gerald Colthurst
Fiona Shaw
Marda Norton
Richard Roxburgh
Captain Daventry
Lambert Wilson
Hugo Montmorency
Jane Birkin
Francie Montmorency
Emily Nagle
Livvy Connolly
Jonathan Slinger
Laurence Carstairs
Gary Lydon
Peter Connolly
Tom Hickey
O'Brien
Lesley McGuire
Mrs. Vermont
Maeve Kearney
Maid 1
Francine Mulrooney
Maid 2
Catherine Walsh
Doreen Hartigan
Bernie Downes
Nora Hartigan
Mikel Murfi
Sergeant Wilson
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 28, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Deborah Warner
- Screenplay & Story
- John Banville
- Original Score
- Zbigniew Preisner
- Original Title
- The Last September
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Matrix Films & Television, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Deborah Warner
John Banville, Elizabeth Bowen
Zbigniew Preisner
Sławomir Idziak
Kate Evans
Rod Stoneman, Joe Mulholland, Neil Jordan, Peter Fudakowski, Yvonne Thunder
Department Leadership Roster
Deborah Warner
Director
Caroline Amies
Production Design
John Bright
Costume Design
Yvonne Thunder
Producer
Sławomir Idziak
Director of Photography
Kate Evans
Editor
Zbigniew Preisner
Original Music Composer
John Banville
Screenplay
Patrick Condren
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Last September.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Last September
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Last September about?
In 1920s Ireland, an elderly couple reside over a tired country estate. Living with them are their high-spirited niece, their Oxford student nephew, and married house guests, who are trying to cover up that they are presently homeless. The niece enjoys romantic frolics with a soldier and a hidden guerrilla fighter. All of the principals are thrown into turmoil when one more guest arrives with considerable wit and unwanted advice.
Who directed The Last September?
The Last September was directed by Deborah Warner.
Who stars in The Last September?
The principal cast of The Last September includes Michael Gambon, Maggie Smith, Keeley Hawes, David Tennant, Fiona Shaw.
When was The Last September released and how long is it?
The Last September was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for The Last September?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Last September was composed by Zbigniew Preisner.
Is The Last September based on a book or true story?
The Last September is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Elizabeth Bowen".