The Butcher Boy
First aired on Feb 20, 1998
70%
Genres: Comedy, Drama
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.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
Eamonn Owens | Francie Brady
Alan Boyle | Joe Purcell
Fiona Shaw | Mrs. Nugent
Stephen Rea | Da Brady
Ian Hart | Uncle Arlo
Peter Gowen | Leddy
Featured Crew
Neil Jordan | Screenplay
Neil Jordan | Director
Pat McCabe | Screenplay
Sandy Powell | Costume Design
Charmian Hoare | Dialogue Coach
Gerry Grennell | Dialogue Coach
