Tumbledown (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1988, Tumbledown is a drama, war and tv movie film directed by Richard Eyre, running about 115 minutes. “No glory, no parade, no triumphant heroes' return.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The film centers on the experiences of Robert Lawrence MC, an officer of the Scots Guards during the Falklands War of 1982. While fighting at the Battle of Mount Tumbledown, Lawrence is shot in the head by an Argentine sniper and left paralyzed on his left side. He then must learn to adjust to his new disability.
Who’s in it. Tumbledown stars Colin Firth as Robert Lawrence, Paul Rhys as Hugh MacKessac, David Calder as John Lawrence and Barbara Leigh-Hunt as Jean Lawrence, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Tumbledown 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 Tumbledown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tumbledown tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tumbledown (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tumbledown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tumbledown worth watching?
- Tumbledown holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tumbledown?
- Tumbledown stars Colin Firth, Paul Rhys, David Calder, Barbara Leigh-Hunt and Rupert Baker.
- When was Tumbledown released?
- Tumbledown was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.