Movie

Playing Away

★ 6.0(6)19871h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Horace Ové
Release date: 1987-01-02
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Channel 4 Television

About Playing Away

Playing Away is a 1987 movie in the TV Movie, Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Horace Ové, starring Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart and Helen Lindsay. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Playing Away in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

To mark the conclusion of their "Third World Week" celebration, a cricket team in a small English village invites a black cricket team from South London to a charity game with comical results.

Cast

Norman Beaton

Willie Boy

Robert Urquhart

Godfrey

Helen Lindsay

Marjorie

Nicholas Farrell

Derek

Brian Bovell

Stuart

Gary Beadle

Errol

Suzette Llewellyn

Yvette

Trevor Thomas

Jeff

Stefan Kalipha

Louis

Bruce Purchase

Fredrick

Joseph Marcell

Robbo

Sheila Ruskin

Viv

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Playing Away in United States?+

Playing Away is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Playing Away on Netflix?+

Playing Away is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Playing Away?+

Playing Away has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in Playing Away?+

Playing Away stars Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart, Helen Lindsay, Nicholas Farrell and Brian Bovell.

When did Playing Away come out?+

Playing Away is a 1987 movie directed by Horace Ové.

What genre is Playing Away?+

Playing Away is TV Movie, Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Playing Away?+

Playing Away was directed by Horace Ové.