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Feature film — 2014

Shooting for Socrates (2014)

6.41h 32mComedy — Drama

Set in Belfast against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup, Shooting for Socrates tells the story of a momentous time in Northern Ireland's football history through the eyes of players, fans and the media. The film also follows the lives of passionate football supporter Arthur and his son Tommy from East Belfast. The lead up to a momentous day in the life of a young boy (his 10th birthday) mirrors the build up to the big day for the Northern Ireland football team as they play the greatest match of their lives.

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Director: James Erskine

On screen

Cast & crew

John Hannah as Billy Bingham

John Hannah

Billy Bingham

Conleth Hill as Jackie Fullerton

Conleth Hill

Jackie Fullerton

Richard Dormer as Arthur

Richard Dormer

Arthur

Art Parkinson as Tommy

Art Parkinson

Tommy

Ciarán McMenamin as Sammy McIlroy

Ciarán McMenamin

Sammy McIlroy

Nico Mirallegro as David Campbell

Nico Mirallegro

David Campbell

Bronagh Gallagher as Irene

Bronagh Gallagher

Irene

Paul Kennedy as Pat Jennings

Paul Kennedy

Pat Jennings

Chris Newman as Norman Whiteside

Chris Newman

Norman Whiteside

Aaron McCusker as Gerry Armstrong

Aaron McCusker

Gerry Armstrong

M

Mathew McElhinney

Jimmy Nichol

Barry Ward as Jimmy Quinn

Barry Ward

Jimmy Quinn

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