Giro City (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1982, Giro City is a thriller and drama film directed by Karl Francis, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Welsh investigative journalists set out to cover the Troubles in Northern Ireland only to unearth censorship and corruption back home.
Who’s in it. Giro City stars Glenda Jackson as Sophie, Jon Finch as O'Mally, Kenneth Colley as Martin and James Donnelly as James, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Giro City has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Giro City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Giro City tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Giro City (1982)?
- In GB, Giro City is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Giro City worth watching?
- Giro City holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Giro City?
- Giro City stars Glenda Jackson, Jon Finch, Kenneth Colley, James Donnelly and James Donnelly.
- When was Giro City released?
- Giro City was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.