Coming Up Roses (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1987, Coming Up Roses is a comedy film directed by Stephen Bayly, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. An award-winning comedy set in a depressed town in the South Wales Valleys. When the local cinema is closed down, the former projectionist, plagued by money problems, devises an ingenious plan to make money.
Who’s in it. Coming Up Roses stars Dafydd Hywel as Trevor, Iola Gregory as Mona, Bill Paterson as Mr. Valentine and Ifan Huw Dafydd as Dave, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Coming Up Roses 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 Coming Up Roses page.
If you liked it. Fans of Coming Up Roses tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Coming Up Roses (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Coming Up Roses change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Coming Up Roses worth watching?
- Coming Up Roses holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Coming Up Roses?
- Coming Up Roses stars Dafydd Hywel, Iola Gregory, Bill Paterson, Ifan Huw Dafydd and Mari Emlyn.
- When was Coming Up Roses released?
- Coming Up Roses was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.