Niall Tóibín
as Tony Murphy
Murphy's Stroke • Movie • Rating 5.8 out of 10
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What is Murphy's Stroke about?
The Sting in an Irish Tale. The horse Gay Future is at the centre of an Irish betting syndicate in 1974 which saw trainer Antony Collins present a poor performing horse at his stables. The betting stakes were subsequently raised, before the real horse was entered in the race. It blends drama, tv movie elements. The film reflects a distinct United Kingdom style and perspective. The story is brought to life by director Frank Cvitanovich. With a runtime of 1h 10m, it offers a concise viewing experience.
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Cast and crew of Murphy's Stroke
The main cast includes Niall Tóibín, Pierce Brosnan and T.R. Bowen. Behind the camera, the film is directed by Frank Cvitanovich, written by Brian Phelan, produced by Udi Eichler and Frank Cvitanovich.
Pierce Brosnan
as Edward O'Grady
T.R. Bowen
as Collins
Tony Doyle
as Darrer
Derry Power
as Tim Finn
Paul Antrim
as Dooley
John Bardon
as O'Connor
Maurice Connor
as Robert Henry
Patrick Malahide
as Parker
Gordon Kane
as Ian McGallen
James Donnelly
as Maguire
Michael O'Hagan
as Horgan
Johnny Shannon
as Joe Hagan
Preston Lockwood
as Judge
Richard Warner
as His Lordship
Ralph Nossek
as Magistrate
Nancy Mitchell
as Mrs Simpkins
Vass Anderson
as Bank Manager
Peter Wight
as Betting Office Clerk
Robert McBain
as Alex
Neville Barber
as 1st Prosecution
Ray Barron
as Reporter
Harry Fielder
as Special Branch Detective
Shay Gorman
as Harrington
Seymour Green
as Jury Foreman
David Rolfe
as Defence
Terence Sewards
as Clerk of Scales
Jeff Wayne
as Rose
Harry Webster
as Sean
Joint Venture
as Gay Future
Jonjo O'Neill
as Jockey
Neal Doughty
as Jockey
Tony Kennedy
as Jockey
Chris Brownless
as Jockey
Dave Goudling
as Jockey
Ron Barry
as Jockey
Peter Wight
as 1st Clerk Betting Office
Harry Webster
as Sean
Richard Warner
as His Lordship
Cyril Varley
as Manchester Taxi Driver
Johnny Shannon
as Joe Hagen
Anthony Milner
as 2nd Betting Office Clerk Jack
Philip Joseph
as 1st Special Branch Detective
David Glenn
as O'Leary
Martin Clarke
as Betting Office Clerk
Mark Bond
as Bookies Clerk