Playing Away (1987)

Name: Playing Away
Genre: TV Movie, Comedy, Drama
Released: 1987
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 5.6
Cast: Norman Beaton, Robert Urquhart, Helen Lindsay, Nicholas Farrell, Brian Bovell

1h 40m United Kingdom

TV Movie Comedy Drama

Plot

A small English village cricket team celebrates the end of their "Third World Week" by inviting a South London black cricket team for a charity match. What unfolds is a delightful clash of cultures, filled with humorous misunderstandings and unexpected camaraderie. As the two teams compete, they navigate their differences, showcasing both the quirks and richness of their backgrounds. The match becomes more than just a game; it serves as a catalyst for laughter, connection, and a deeper understanding of one another, leaving the village forever changed by the experience.

Cast

Norman Beaton Robert Urquhart Helen Lindsay Nicholas Farrell Brian Bovell Gary Beadle Suzette Llewellyn Trevor Thomas Stefan Kalipha Bruce Purchase Joseph Marcell Sheila Ruskin Mark Barratt Valerie Buchanan Jim Findlay