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Prick Up Your Ears

Prick Up Your Ears

When the young, attractive Joe Orton meets the older, more introverted Kenneth Halliwell at drama school, he befriends the kindred spirit and they start an affair. As Orton becomes more comfortable with his sexuality and starts to find success with his writing, Halliwell becomes increasingly alienated and jealous, ultimately tapping into a dangerous rage.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Prick Up Your Ears
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1987-04-17
  • Runtime: 111 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (93 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: British Screen Productions, Civilhand, Zenith Entertainment, Film4 Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.147
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Gary Oldman

Gary Oldman

as Joe Orton

Alfred Molina

Alfred Molina

as Kenneth Halliwell

Vanessa Redgrave

Vanessa Redgrave

as Peggy Ramsay

Wallace Shawn

Wallace Shawn

as John Lahr

Lindsay Duncan

Lindsay Duncan

as Anthea Lahr

Julie Walters

Julie Walters

as Elsie Orton

James Grant

James Grant

as William Orton

Frances Barber

Frances Barber

as Leonie Orton

Janet Dale

Janet Dale

as Mrs Sugden

Dave Atkins

Dave Atkins

as Mr Sugden

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Official 30th Anniversary Trailer

Prick Up Your Ears Trailer

External Links

Keywords

london, englandbased on novel or bookenglandbiographyplaywrightlgbt1960sdrama schoolgay theme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prick Up Your Ears?

Prick Up Your Ears is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1987-04-17.

Who are the main actors in Prick Up Your Ears?

The main cast includes Gary Oldman, Alfred Molina, Vanessa Redgrave, Wallace Shawn, Lindsay Duncan, .

Where can I watch Prick Up Your Ears online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Prick Up Your Ears is available.

Is Prick Up Your Ears based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Prick Up Your Ears?

Prick Up Your Ears has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 93 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Prick Up Your Ears?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Prick Up Your Ears?

The soundtrack was composed by British Screen Productions, Civilhand, Zenith Entertainment, Film4 Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Prick Up Your Ears filmed?

Prick Up Your Ears was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Prick Up Your Ears?

The total runtime of Prick Up Your Ears is 111 minutes.

Is Prick Up Your Ears suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Prick Up Your Ears?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Prick Up Your Ears.

Does Prick Up Your Ears have a post-credit scene?

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