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19871h 40m6.0(6)

Playing Away

TV MovieComedyDrama
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1987-01-02
1h 40m
English
Released
Channel 4 Television

About

To mark the conclusion of their "Third World Week" celebration, a cricket team in a small English village invites a black cricket team from South London to a charity game with comical results.

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Stream Playing Away online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular tv movie, comedy, and drama movie originally produced in English and released in 1987, it's earned a solid 6.0/10 from 6 viewers worldwide.

About Playing Away

To mark the conclusion of their "Third World Week" celebration, a cricket team in a small English village invites a black cricket team from South London to a charity game with comical results. Running 100 minutes.

Playing Away Cast and Characters

The cast features Norman Beaton (as Willie Boy), Robert Urquhart (as Godfrey), Helen Lindsay (as Marjorie), Nicholas Farrell (as Derek), and Brian Bovell (as Stuart). Their performances are a major reason Playing Away has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Playing Away

Playing Away flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Playing Away online for free?

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How long is Playing Away?

Playing Away runs for 100 minutes (about 1.7 hours).

Is Playing Away good? What's the rating?

Playing Away holds a 6.0/10 rating based on 6 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of Playing Away?

The main cast includes Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart, Helen Lindsay, and Nicholas Farrell, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Playing Away available in English?

Yes — Playing Away was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Playing Away released?

Playing Away was released in 1987.

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Where can I watch Playing Away for free?

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What is Playing Away about?

Playing Away is a TV Movie/Comedy English-language film. To mark the conclusion of their "Third World Week" celebration, a cricket team in a small English village invites a black cricket team from South London to a charity game with comical results.

When was Playing Away released?

Playing Away was released on January 2, 1987. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. The film was produced by Channel 4 Television.

Who stars in Playing Away?

Playing Away stars Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart, Helen Lindsay and Nicholas Farrell. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Playing Away available in HD?

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