It Couldn't Happen Here
Pet Shop Boys Chris Lowe and Neil Tennant embark upon a journey across England - but which England? Is it the half-remembered England of their childhoods, or the brutal reality of Mrs Thatcher's late-eighties England? Along the way they come across many familiar (and sinister) faces. The movie also features some of the Pet Shop Boys' most popular records.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: It Couldn't Happen Here
- Genres: Music, Drama, Adventure
- Release Date: 1988-06-08
- Runtime: 86 minutes
- Rating: 5.8/10 (13 votes)
- Budget: $4,000,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.7772
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Neil Tennant
as Self
Chris Lowe
as Self
Barbara Windsor
as Seaside Landlady/Neil's mother
Joss Ackland
as Priest/Murderer
Neil Dickson
as Pilot/Car Salesman/Coachman
Gareth Hunt
as Uncle Dredge/Postcard Seller/Ventriloquist
Dominique Barnes
as Girl at the Beach/Girl Hitchhiker/Girl on the Bicycle
Carmen du Sautoy
as Cafe Waitress
Stephanie Buttle
as Dancer
Heavon Grant
as Dancer
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Pet Shop Boys in It Couldn't Happen Here (1987) trailer - on Blu-ray & DVD from 15 June 2020 | BFI
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is It Couldn't Happen Here?▼
It Couldn't Happen Here is a Music, Drama, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1988-06-08.
Who are the main actors in It Couldn't Happen Here?▼
The main cast includes Neil Tennant, Chris Lowe, Barbara Windsor, Joss Ackland, Neil Dickson, .
Where can I watch It Couldn't Happen Here online?▼
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Is It Couldn't Happen Here based on a true story?▼
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What is the IMDb rating of It Couldn't Happen Here?▼
It Couldn't Happen Here has an IMDb rating of 5.8/10 based on 13 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of It Couldn't Happen Here?▼
The movie had a production budget of $4,000,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for It Couldn't Happen Here?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was It Couldn't Happen Here filmed?▼
It Couldn't Happen Here was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is It Couldn't Happen Here?▼
The total runtime of It Couldn't Happen Here is 86 minutes.
Is It Couldn't Happen Here suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to It Couldn't Happen Here?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to It Couldn't Happen Here.
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