


The Crying Game at a glance
The Crying Game is a 1992 crime and drama film, running 1h 52m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 18 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on BFI Player.
Rated 18 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1992-09-02
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Director
- Neil Jordan
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.8 / 10 · 885 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmIrish Republican Army member Fergus forms an unexpected bond with Jody, a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude and Maguire. Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil, in London, and when Fergus flees to the city, he seeks her out. Hounded by his former IRA colleagues, he finds himself increasingly drawn to the enigmatic, and surprising, Dil.
Cast
14 names
Stephen ReaFergus
Miranda RichardsonJude
Jaye DavidsonDil
Forest WhitakerJody
Adrian DunbarMaguire
Breffni McKennaTinker
Birdy SweeneyTommy
Andrée BernardJane
Jim BroadbentCol
Ralph BrownDave
Tony SlatteryDeverouxQuestions about The Crying Game
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Crying Game in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Crying Game is listed on BFI Player. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Crying Game suitable for children?
The Crying Game is rated 18 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.
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What is The Crying Game about?
Irish Republican Army member Fergus forms an unexpected bond with Jody, a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude and Maguire. Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil, in London, and when Fergus flees to the city, he seeks her out. Hounded by his…
How long is The Crying Game?
The Crying Game runs for 1h 52m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Crying Game trailer?
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