The Falklands Play
The Falklands Play is a dramatic account of the political events leading up to, and including, the 1982 Falklands War. The play was written by Ian Curteis, an experienced writer who had started his television career in drama, but had increasingly come to specialise in dramatic reconstructions of history. It was originally commissioned by the BBC in 1983, for production and broadcast in 1986, but was subsequently shelved by Controller of BBC One Michael Grade due to its alleged pro-Margaret Thatcher stance and jingoistic tone. This prompted a press furore over media bias and censorship.The play was not staged until 2002, when it was broadcast in separate adaptations on BBC Television and Radio.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Falklands Play
- Genres: War, Drama, TV Movie
- Release Date: 2002-04-10
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Rating: 7.4/10 (5 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: BBC
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.7567
- Languages:
Cast & Crew
Patricia Hodge
as Rt. Hon Margaret Thatcher (Prime Minister)
John Standing
as Rt Hon William Whitelaw CH MC MP (Home Secretary)
Michael Cochrane
as Rt Hon Nicholas Ridley MP (Financial Secretary to the Treasury)
James Fox
as Rt Hon Peter, 6th Baron Carrington KCMG MC (Foreign Secretary)
Colin Stinton
as Alexander Haig (US Secretary of State)
Anthony Calf
as Robin Fearn (Head of Falkland Islands Department, Foreign Office)
Jeremy Child
as Rt Hon Francis Pym MC MP (Foreign Secretary)
Richard Cordery
as Tom Enders
Robert Hardy
as Sir Anthony Parsons
John Woodvine
as Adm. of the Fleet Sir Terence Lewin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Falklands Play?▼
The Falklands Play is a War, Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 2002-04-10.
Who are the main actors in The Falklands Play?▼
The main cast includes Patricia Hodge, John Standing, Michael Cochrane, James Fox, Colin Stinton, .
Where can I watch The Falklands Play online?▼
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Is The Falklands Play based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Falklands Play?▼
The Falklands Play has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 5 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Falklands Play?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Falklands Play?▼
The soundtrack was composed by BBC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Falklands Play filmed?▼
The Falklands Play was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Falklands Play?▼
The total runtime of The Falklands Play is 90 minutes.
Is The Falklands Play suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Falklands Play?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Falklands Play.
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