Storyline
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow up are immense. When Francie's world turns to madness, he tries to counter it with further insanity, with dire consequences.
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Cast & Crew
Eamonn Owens
Francie Brady
Alan Boyle
Joe Purcell
Fiona Shaw
Mrs. Nugent
Stephen Rea
Da Brady
Ian Hart
Uncle Arlo
Peter Gowen
Leddy
Sean McGinley
Sergeant
Aisling O'Sullivan
Ma Brady
John Kavanagh
Dr. Boyd
Andrew Fullerton
Phillip Nugent
Rosaleen Linehan
Mrs. Canning
Anita Reeves
Mrs. Coyle
Frequently Asked Questions
The Butcher Boy was released on February 20, 1998.
The runtime of The Butcher Boy is 1h 50m.
The Butcher Boy is a Comedy, Drama movie.
The Butcher Boy has a rating of 6.8 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Butcher Boy is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Butcher Boy was directed by Neil Jordan.
The main cast of The Butcher Boy includes Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw.
The Butcher Boy is originally in English.