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Shooting for Socrates( 2014)

TV-MAComedyDrama
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Divided by conflict...united by a dream

Overview

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.

    Top Billed Cast

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      John Hannah

      Billy Bingham

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      Conleth Hill

      Jackie Fullerton

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      Richard Dormer

      Arthur

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      Art Parkinson

      Tommy

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      Ciarán McMenamin

      Sammy McIlroy

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      Nico Mirallegro

      David Campbell

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      Bronagh Gallagher

      Irene

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      Paul Kennedy

      Pat Jennings

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      Chris Newman

      Norman Whiteside

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      Aaron McCusker

      Gerry Armstrong

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      Mathew McElhinney

      Jimmy Nichol

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      Barry Ward

      Jimmy Quinn

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      Patrick Buchanan

      Alan McDonald

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      Declan Rodgers

      Bernard McNally

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      Stephen Hagan

      Phil Hughes

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      Andy Moore

      Mal Donaghy

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      Lorraine Sass

      Rebecca Bingham

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      Frankie McCafferty

      Derek the Kit Man

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      Gerard Jordan

      Albert Kirk

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      Packy Lee

      Wigsy

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      Chris Patrick-Simpson

      Spud

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      Peter Ballance

      Jim Campbell

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      Conan Sweeny

      Barney the Barman

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      Cathan McRoberts

      Soldier Smith

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      John Travers

      Frankie

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      Maggie Cronin

      Landlady

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      John Patrick Donaghy

      Titch

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      Sergio Mur

      Socrates

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      Julia Dearden

      Mrs. McIlroy

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      Katie Tumelty

      Mrs Jones

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      Allan Gildea

      Christopher's Dad

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      Jude Crawford

      Christopher

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      William Graham

      Simon Jones

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      Mike Nesbitt

      Football Commentator

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    Facts

    Status

    Released

    Original Language

    English

    Budget

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    Revenue

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    Keywords

    • sports
    • world cup
    • football (soccer)
    • belfast, north ireland
    • 1980s