The Cry
Synopsis
Ulster 1959. A young journalist visiting his quiet hometown is awakened by a scream in the night. He catches sight of a youth being beaten up and dragged away. When he investigates, witnesses seem to melt away, and life-long friends reveal a sinister indifference. Or is it fear?
Top Cast
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Adrian Dunbar
Peter Douglas
Michael Duffy
Mr. Douglas
Doreen Keogh
Mrs. Douglas
Breffni McKenna
Michael Ferguson
Carol Moore
Siobhan
Rio Fanning
Dermot Concannon
John Keegan
George Harbinson
Michael Gormley
Carney
Peter Quigley
Joe Doom
Oliver Maguire
Priest
Denys Hawthorne
RUC District Inspector
Stella McCusker
Mrs. Ferguson
Birdy Sweeney
Mr. Ferguson
Derek Lord
'B' Special Sergeant
David Huntley
'B' Special
Trevor Moore
'B' Special
Dick Holland
RUC Sergeant
Maureen Dow
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christopher Menaul
- Screenplay & Story
- Derek Mahon, Christopher Menaul, John Montague
- Original Title
- The Cry
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christopher Menaul
Derek Mahon, Christopher Menaul, John Montague
Chris Parr
Department Leadership Roster
Chris Parr
Producer
Derek Mahon
Writer
Christopher Menaul
Writer
Christopher Menaul
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cry
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cry about?
Ulster 1959. A young journalist visiting his quiet hometown is awakened by a scream in the night. He catches sight of a youth being beaten up and dragged away. When he investigates, witnesses seem to melt away, and life-long friends reveal a sinister indifference. Or is it fear?
Who directed The Cry?
The Cry was directed by Christopher Menaul.
Who stars in The Cry?
The principal cast of The Cry includes Adrian Dunbar, Michael Duffy, Doreen Keogh, Breffni McKenna, Carol Moore.
When was The Cry released and how long is it?
The Cry was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 50m.