On a Clear Day (2005): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2005, On a Clear Day is a drama film directed by Gaby Dellal, running about 98 minutes. “Anything is possible” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After decades of laboring as a Glasgow shipbuilder, Frank Redmond, a no-nonsense 55-year-old working-class man, suddenly finds himself laid off. For the first time in his life, he is without a job or a sense of direction, and he's too proud to ask for guidance. His best mates - rascally Danny, timid Norman and cynical Eddie - are there for him, but Frank still feels desperately alone. An offhand remark from Danny inspires Frank to challenge himself. Already contemplating the state of his relationships with loving wife Joan and all-but-estranged son Rob, Frank is determined to shore up his own self-confidence. He will attempt the near impossible - swimming the English Channel.

Who’s in it. On a Clear Day stars Peter Mullan as Frank, Brenda Blethyn as Joan, Sean McGinley as Eddie and Jamie Sives as Rob, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, On a Clear Day has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $878.1K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch On a Clear Day page.

If you liked it. Fans of On a Clear Day tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.