Self Catering (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film
Released in 1994, Self Catering is a tv movie film directed by Robin Lefevre, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Alan Bleasdale's star-studded comedy/drama about the lives of five plane crash survivors stranded together on a deserted island. Starring Jane Horrocks, John Gordon Sinclair, Jennifer Ehle, Noreen Kershaw and Andrew Schofield. When a plane crashes, five very different survivors find themselves trapped together on an apparently deserted, idyllic island. Everyone else has been killed except for the five survivors that emerge from the wreckage, one unconscious. One of these people, a dedicated film-lover, makes light of their perilous situation by comparing it to countless movie plots. This leads the survivors to start their lives afresh, taking on the names and personalities of famous movie stars to cope in their interactions with each other, which leads to many hilarious and erotic encounters.
Who’s in it. Self Catering stars Jane Horrocks as Marilyn, John Gordon Sinclair as Henry, Noreen Kershaw as Joan and Andrew Schofield as Clint, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Self Catering page.
If you liked it. Fans of Self Catering tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Self Catering (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Self Catering change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Self Catering?
- Self Catering stars Jane Horrocks, John Gordon Sinclair, Noreen Kershaw, Andrew Schofield and Jennifer Ehle.
- When was Self Catering released?
- Self Catering was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.