Playing Away (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1987, Playing Away is a comedy, drama and tv movie film directed by Horace Ové, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. To mark the conclusion of their "Third World Week" celebration, a cricket team in a small English village invites a black cricket team from South London to a charity game with comical results.
Who’s in it. Playing Away stars Norman Beaton as Willie Boy, Robert Urquhart as Godfrey, Helen Lindsay as Marjorie and Nicholas Farrell as Derek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Playing Away has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Playing Away page.
If you liked it. Fans of Playing Away tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playing Away (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playing Away change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playing Away worth watching?
- Playing Away holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Playing Away?
- Playing Away stars Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart, Helen Lindsay, Nicholas Farrell and Brian Bovell.
- When was Playing Away released?
- Playing Away was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.