Movie

Tumbledown

“No glory, no parade, no triumphant heroes' return.”

★ 5.7(17)19881h 55m

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Good to know

Director: Richard Eyre
Release date: 1988-05-29
Runtime: 1h 55m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About Tumbledown

Tumbledown is a 1988 movie in the TV Movie, Drama and War genres, directed by Richard Eyre, starring Colin Firth, Paul Rhys and David Calder. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 17 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Tumbledown in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The film centers on the experiences of Robert Lawrence MC, an officer of the Scots Guards during the Falklands War of 1982. While fighting at the Battle of Mount Tumbledown, Lawrence is shot in the head by an Argentine sniper and left paralyzed on his left side. He then must learn to adjust to his new disability.

Cast

Colin Firth

Robert Lawrence

Paul Rhys

Hugh MacKessac

David Calder

John Lawrence

Barbara Leigh-Hunt

Jean Lawrence

Rupert Baker

Nick Lawrence

Jack Fortune

Christopher Lawrence

Sophie Thompson

Louise Stubbs

Roddy Maude-Roxby

George Stubbs

Ann Bell

Helen Stubbs

Dan Hildebrand

Prothero

Mark Williams

Lumpy

Paul Higgins

Saltemarsh

Themes & keywords

falklands warfalklandsbritish soldierphysical disabilityparalyzed

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tumbledown in Mexico?+

Tumbledown is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Tumbledown on Netflix?+

Tumbledown is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Tumbledown?+

Tumbledown has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in Tumbledown?+

Tumbledown stars Colin Firth, Paul Rhys, David Calder, Barbara Leigh-Hunt and Rupert Baker.

When did Tumbledown come out?+

Tumbledown is a 1988 movie directed by Richard Eyre.

What genre is Tumbledown?+

Tumbledown is TV Movie, Drama and War film.

Who directed Tumbledown?+

Tumbledown was directed by Richard Eyre.