The Best Man
Jan 01, 1986 · 1h 23m
Director
Joe MahonOverview
The bar flies prepare for the big day with betting, boozing and banter. But will best man Billy break more than his ma’s heart before the wedding? This award winning drama set in Derry reflects the ordinary ways drinking affects friendships and marriages. It stars Seamus Ball as hapless best man and confirmed bachelor Billy. Described by Alexander Walker as a ‘boyo who tries to drag his marrying pal back from the alter into the drinking circle’s celibacy’. What will happen as Billy stirs up the marital troubles, misunderstandings and regrets that brew in the tension between the pull of the pub and the plea to come home?
Cast of The Best Man
Crew of The Best Man
About The Best Man
What is The Best Man about?
The bar flies prepare for the big day with betting, boozing and banter. But will best man Billy break more than his ma’s heart before the wedding? This award winning drama set in Derry reflects the ordinary ways drinking affects friendships and marriages. It stars Seamus Ball as hapless best man and confirmed bachelor Billy. Described by Alexander Walker as a ‘boyo who tries to drag his marrying…
When was The Best Man released?
The Best Man was released on January 1, 1986.
How long is The Best Man?
The Best Man runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).
Who directed The Best Man?
The Best Man was directed by Joe Mahon.
Who is in the cast of The Best Man?
The cast of The Best Man includes Seamus Ball (Billy Maguire), Dennis McGowan (Jamsie McDaid) and Mairead Mullan (Maureen McDaid).