The Spongers (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, The Spongers is a drama and tv movie film directed by Roland Joffé, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. In the days leading up the Queen's Silver Jubilee, Pauline, a recently separated single mother, receives a visit from a bailiff and is given 15 days to address her overdue rent payments. Meanwhile, the local council is under pressure to cut expenditure, and their decisions result in Pauline's mentally handicapped daughter Paula being transferred from a care home for special needs children to an old people's home, where she is all alone.
Who’s in it. The Spongers stars Christine Hargreaves as Pauline, Bernard Hill as Sullivan, Peter Kerrigan as Peter and Paula McDonagh as Paula, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Spongers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spongers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spongers (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Spongers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Spongers?
- The Spongers stars Christine Hargreaves, Bernard Hill, Peter Kerrigan, Paula McDonagh and Gary Todd.
- When was The Spongers released?
- The Spongers was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.