A Shocking Accident (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1982, A Shocking Accident is a comedy and romance film directed by James Scott, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. A Shocking Accident is a 1982 British short comedy film directed by James Scott, based on Graham Greene's short story by the same name. About a boy whose father is killed in Naples, when a pig falls on him as a balcony collapses. The incident haunts the boy through his later life until he meets a girl who understands his side of the story. The film won an Oscar at the 55th Academy Awards for Best Live Action Short and was nominated for BAFTA in 1983.
Who’s in it. A Shocking Accident stars Rupert Everett as Jerome Weathersby, Jenny Seagrove as Sally, Barbara Hicks as Aunt Joyce and Benjamin Whitrow as Headmaster, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, A Shocking Accident 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 A Shocking Accident page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Shocking Accident tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Shocking Accident (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Shocking Accident change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Shocking Accident worth watching?
- A Shocking Accident holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Shocking Accident?
- A Shocking Accident stars Rupert Everett, Jenny Seagrove, Barbara Hicks, Benjamin Whitrow and Tim Seely.
- When was A Shocking Accident released?
- A Shocking Accident was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.