
Shooting for Socrates
Comedy · Drama
Overview
Set in Belfast against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup, Shooting for Socrates tells the story of a momentous time in Northern Ireland's football history through the eyes of players, fans and the media. The film also follows the lives of passionate football supporter Arthur and his son Tommy from East Belfast. The lead up to a momentous day in the life of a young boy (his 10th birthday) mirrors the build up to the big day for the Northern Ireland football team as they play the greatest match of their lives.
Top Cast


John Hannah
John Hannah
Billy Bingham
John Hannah
Billy Bingham


Conleth Hill
Conleth Hill
Jackie Fullerton
Conleth Hill
Jackie Fullerton


Richard Dormer
Richard Dormer
Arthur
Richard Dormer
Arthur


Art Parkinson
Art Parkinson
Tommy
Art Parkinson
Tommy


Ciarán McMenamin
Ciarán McMenamin
Sammy McIlroy
Ciarán McMenamin
Sammy McIlroy


Nico Mirallegro
Nico Mirallegro
David Campbell
Nico Mirallegro
David Campbell


Bronagh Gallagher
Bronagh Gallagher
Irene
Bronagh Gallagher
Irene


Paul Kennedy
Paul Kennedy
Pat Jennings
Paul Kennedy
Pat Jennings


Chris Newman
Chris Newman
Norman Whiteside
Chris Newman
Norman Whiteside


Aaron McCusker
Aaron McCusker
Gerry Armstrong
Aaron McCusker
Gerry Armstrong
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