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Murphy's Stroke (1980)

Movie ★ 5.8 70 min

Drama TV Movie

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.

Frank Cvitanovich Director Brian Phelan Writer

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Quick facts

Released
May 21, 1980
Runtime
70 min
IMDb
tt0319896
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Themes

Cast

Niall Tóibín Niall Tóibín Tony Murphy Pierce Brosnan Pierce Brosnan Edward O'Grady T.R. Bowen T.R. Bowen Collins Tony Doyle Tony Doyle Darrer Derry Power Tim Finn Paul Antrim Dooley John Bardon John Bardon O'Connor Maurice Connor Robert Henry Patrick Malahide Patrick Malahide Parker Gordon Kane Ian McGallen James Donnelly Maguire Michael O'Hagan Michael O'Hagan Horgan Johnny Shannon Johnny Shannon Joe Hagan Preston Lockwood Judge Richard Warner Richard Warner His Lordship Ralph Nossek Ralph Nossek Magistrate Nancy Mitchell Mrs Simpkins Vass Anderson Vass Anderson Bank Manager

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Frequently asked questions

What is Murphy's Stroke about?
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.
Who directed Murphy's Stroke?
Murphy's Stroke was directed by Frank Cvitanovich.
Who stars in Murphy's Stroke?
Murphy's Stroke stars Niall Tóibín, Pierce Brosnan, T.R. Bowen, Tony Doyle.
When was Murphy's Stroke released?
Murphy's Stroke is a 1980 drama, tv movie film.
Where can I watch Murphy's Stroke?
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