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Song for a Raggy Boy

Song for a Raggy Boy

Four walls. One faith. No identity.

William Franklin is a teacher who was born in Ireland and moved to the United States only to repatriate in 1939 after his leftist political views cause him to lose his job. Franklin becomes the first non-cleric instructor at St. Jude's, a school for wayward boys run by Brother John, who is a firm believer in strong discipline.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Song for a Raggy Boy
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 2003-01-19
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 7.3/10 (135 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $783,544
  • Production Companies: Fantastic Films, Moviefan Scandinavia A/S, Subotica, Titian Red Pictures, Zoma Films, Lolafilms
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6273
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Aidan Quinn

Aidan Quinn

as William Franklin

Iain Glen

Iain Glen

as Brother John

Marc Warren

Marc Warren

as Brother Mac

Dudley Sutton

Dudley Sutton

as Brother Tom

Alan Devlin

Alan Devlin

as Father Damian

Stuart Graham

Stuart Graham

as Brother Whelan

Bernard Manning

Bernard Manning

as Rogers 855

John Travers

John Travers

as Liam Mercier 636

Andrew Simpson

Andrew Simpson

as Gerard Peters 458

Mark Butler

Mark Butler

as Downey 913

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Keywords

based on novel or bookpoetrybeatingreformatorystrapdisciplinewoman director1930s

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Song for a Raggy Boy?

Song for a Raggy Boy is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 2003-01-19.

Who are the main actors in Song for a Raggy Boy?

The main cast includes Aidan Quinn, Iain Glen, Marc Warren, Dudley Sutton, Alan Devlin, .

Where can I watch Song for a Raggy Boy online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Song for a Raggy Boy is available.

Is Song for a Raggy Boy based on a true story?

Four walls. One faith. No identity.

What is the IMDb rating of Song for a Raggy Boy?

Song for a Raggy Boy has an IMDb rating of 7.3/10 based on 135 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Song for a Raggy Boy?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $783,544 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Song for a Raggy Boy?

The soundtrack was composed by Fantastic Films, Moviefan Scandinavia A/S, Subotica, Titian Red Pictures, Zoma Films, Lolafilms. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Song for a Raggy Boy filmed?

Song for a Raggy Boy was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Song for a Raggy Boy?

The total runtime of Song for a Raggy Boy is 94 minutes.

Is Song for a Raggy Boy suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Song for a Raggy Boy?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Song for a Raggy Boy.

Does Song for a Raggy Boy have a post-credit scene?

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