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Play for Today

A young boy from Northern Ireland's Bogside forms a pivotal friendship that drastically changes his path.

Main Cast

MacRea ClarkeMacRea ClarkeJoe
May FrielMay FrielMum
Joe McPartlandJoe McPartlandDad
Lise-Ann McLaughlinLise-Ann McLaughlinKathleen
Ewan StewartEwan StewartBrendan
Catherine GibsonCatherine GibsonMiss McCabe
Paul O'ReillyPaul O'ReillyJoe's Friend
Ronan DowneyRonan DowneyMartin Casey
John BlundellJohn BlundellSoldier on Bus

Creators

Jim O'BrienJim O'BrienDirector
Jennifer JohnstonJennifer JohnstonNovel
Derek MahonDerek MahonWriter

Info about Play for Today

Studio(s): British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Originally Released: United States, Mar 20, 1980

Genres:Comedy, Drama, Horror, Mystery

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