Arrows (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, Arrows is a documentary film directed by John Samson, running about 32 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1979 filmmaker John Samson went on the road with a 22-year-old Eric Bristow, one of the rising stars of British darts. This film depicts Bristow between major competitions as he travels around the pubs and working men's clubs of Britain, challenging the local heroes and playing exhibition matches. Bristow takes on all-comers and breezily faces down a belligerent local radio host.
Who’s in it. Arrows stars Eric Bristow as Self, Chris Ashley as Self - DJ, Tony Brown as Self (archive footage) and Leighton Rees as Self (archive footage), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Arrows page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Arrows (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Arrows change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Arrows?
- Arrows stars Eric Bristow, Chris Ashley, Tony Brown, Leighton Rees and Alan Evans.
- When was Arrows released?
- Arrows was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 32 minutes.