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Hunger

“An odyssey, in which the smallest gestures become epic and when the body is the last resource for protest.”

7.220081h 36mDramaHistory
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Hunger is a 2008 drama and history film, running 1h 36m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.

15 age rating1h 36mDramaHistory

Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
2008-05-15
Runtime
1h 36m
Genres
Drama, History
Director
Steve McQueen
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
7.2 / 10 · 1,281 votes

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Availability

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Synopsis

Feature film

The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike during The Troubles in which Irish Republican prisoners tried to win political status.

Cast

14 names
Michael FassbenderBobby Sands
Stuart GrahamRay Lohan
Liam CunninghamPriest
Helena BereenRaymond's Mother
Laine MegawRaymond's Wife
Brian MilliganDavey Gillen
Liam McMahonGerry Campbell
Karen HassanGerry's Girlfriend
Frank McCuskerThe Governor
Lalor RoddyWilliam
Des McAleerMr Sands
Helen MaddenMrs. Sands
Paddy JenkinsHitman
Geoff GattBearded Man

Questions about Hunger

Quick answers
Where can I watch Hunger in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, Hunger is listed on BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is Hunger suitable for children?

Hunger is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

Is Hunger on PelisPlus UK?

Hunger has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.

What is Hunger about?

The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike during The Troubles in which Irish Republican prisoners tried to win political status.

How long is Hunger?

Hunger runs for 1h 36m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the Hunger trailer?

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