Movie

The Playboy of the Western World

“A black comedy of epic proportions.”

1h 55m

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Good to know

Director: Garry Hynes
Runtime: 1h 55m
Language: EN
Status: Released

About The Playboy of the Western World

The Playboy of the Western World is a movie, directed by Garry Hynes, starring Catherine Walsh, Aaron Monaghan and Marie Mullen. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Playboy of the Western World in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Synge’s great comic masterpiece tells the story of Christy Mahon, who stumbles into a public house in County Mayo claiming he has killed his father and so capturing the romantic attention of the daughter of the house, Pegeen Mike.

Cast

Catherine Walsh

Pegeen Mike

Aaron Monaghan

Christopher Mahon

Marie Mullen

Widow Quin

Nick Lee

Shawn Keogh

Eamon Morrissey

Old Mahon

Derry Power

Michael James Flaherty

Marcus Lamb

Philly O'Cullen

Eoin Lynch

Jimmy Farrell

Gemma Reeves

Sara Tansey

Louise Lewis

Honor Blake

Hannah McCabe

Susan Brady

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Playboy of the Western World in United Kingdom?+

The Playboy of the Western World is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Playboy of the Western World on Netflix?+

The Playboy of the Western World is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is The Playboy of the Western World?+

The Playboy of the Western World has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in The Playboy of the Western World?+

The Playboy of the Western World stars Catherine Walsh, Aaron Monaghan, Marie Mullen, Nick Lee and Eamon Morrissey.

Who directed The Playboy of the Western World?+

The Playboy of the Western World was directed by Garry Hynes.