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Prick Up Your Ears

“They shared everything... except success.”

6.719871h 51mDrama
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Prick Up Your Ears is a 1987 drama film, running 1h 51m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 18 in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on ITVX Premium.

18 age rating1h 51mDrama

Rated 18 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
1987-04-17
Runtime
1h 51m
Genres
Drama
Director
Stephen Frears
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
6.7 / 10 · 106 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

When the young, attractive Joe Orton meets the older, more introverted Kenneth Halliwell at drama school, he befriends the kindred spirit and they start an affair. As Orton becomes more comfortable with his sexuality and starts to find success with his writing, Halliwell becomes increasingly alienated and jealous, ultimately tapping into a dangerous rage.

Cast

14 names
Gary OldmanJoe Orton
Alfred MolinaKenneth Halliwell
Vanessa RedgravePeggy Ramsay
Wallace ShawnJohn Lahr
Lindsay DuncanAnthea Lahr
Julie WaltersElsie Orton
James GrantWilliam Orton
Frances BarberLeonie Orton
Janet DaleMrs Sugden
Dave AtkinsMr Sugden
Margaret TyzackMadame Lambert
Eric RichardEducation Officer
William JobRADA Chairman
Rosalind KnightRADA Judge

Questions about Prick Up Your Ears

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Where can I watch Prick Up Your Ears in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, Prick Up Your Ears is listed on ITVX Premium. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is Prick Up Your Ears suitable for children?

Prick Up Your Ears is rated 18 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is Prick Up Your Ears about?

When the young, attractive Joe Orton meets the older, more introverted Kenneth Halliwell at drama school, he befriends the kindred spirit and they start an affair. As Orton becomes more comfortable with his sexuality and starts to find success with his writing, Halliwell becomes increasingly alienated and jealous,…

How long is Prick Up Your Ears?

Prick Up Your Ears runs for 1h 51m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the Prick Up Your Ears trailer?

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