Rooney (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1958, Rooney is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by George Pollock, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. The life of James Ignatius Rooney, a Dublin rubbish collector during the week and a Gaelic sportsman at the weekends.
Who’s in it. Rooney stars John Gregson as James Ignatius Rooney, Muriel Pavlow as Maire Hogan, Barry Fitzgerald as Grandfather and June Thorburn as Doreen O' Flynn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Rooney 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 Rooney page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rooney tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rooney (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rooney change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rooney worth watching?
- Rooney holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rooney?
- Rooney stars John Gregson, Muriel Pavlow, Barry Fitzgerald, June Thorburn and Noel Purcell.
- When was Rooney released?
- Rooney was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.