Movie

Song for a Raggy Boy

“Four walls. One faith. No identity.”

★ 7.3(145)20031h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Aisling Walsh
Release date: 2003-01-19
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Box office: $783,544
Status: Released
Country: Ireland
Studio: Fantastic Films

About Song for a Raggy Boy

Song for a Raggy Boy is a 2003 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by Aisling Walsh, starring Aidan Quinn, Iain Glen and Marc Warren. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 145 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Song for a Raggy Boy in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

William Franklin is a teacher who was born in Ireland and moved to the United States only to repatriate in 1939 after his leftist political views cause him to lose his job. Franklin becomes the first non-cleric instructor at St. Jude's, a school for wayward boys run by Brother John, who is a firm believer in strong discipline.

Cast

Aidan Quinn

William Franklin

Iain Glen

Brother John

Marc Warren

Brother Mac

Dudley Sutton

Brother Tom

Alan Devlin

Father Damian

Stuart Graham

Brother Whelan

Bernard Manning

Rogers 855

John Travers

Liam Mercier 636

Andrew Simpson

Gerard Peters 458

Mark Butler

Downey 913

Samuel Bright

Ryan 126

Chris Newman

Patrick Delaney 743

Themes & keywords

child abusebased on novel or bookpoetrybeatingreformatorystrapdisciplinewoman director1930spederasty

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Song for a Raggy Boy in France?+

Song for a Raggy Boy is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in France. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Song for a Raggy Boy on Netflix?+

Song for a Raggy Boy is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is Song for a Raggy Boy?+

Song for a Raggy Boy has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in Song for a Raggy Boy?+

Song for a Raggy Boy stars Aidan Quinn, Iain Glen, Marc Warren, Dudley Sutton and Alan Devlin.

When did Song for a Raggy Boy come out?+

Song for a Raggy Boy is a 2003 movie directed by Aisling Walsh.

What genre is Song for a Raggy Boy?+

Song for a Raggy Boy is Drama and History film.

Who directed Song for a Raggy Boy?+

Song for a Raggy Boy was directed by Aisling Walsh.