The Crying Game (1992): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1992 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1992, The Crying Game is a thriller, drama, krimi and liebesfilm film directed by Neil Jordan, running about 112 minutes. “Play At Your Own Risk.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Irish Republican Army member Fergus forms an unexpected bond with Jody, a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude and Maguire. Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil, in London, and when Fergus flees to the city, he seeks her out. Hounded by his former IRA colleagues, he finds himself increasingly drawn to the enigmatic, and surprising, Dil.

Who’s in it. The Crying Game stars Stephen Rea as Fergus, Jaye Davidson as Dil, Miranda Richardson as Jude and Forest Whitaker as Jody, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Crying Game has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $62.5M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crying Game page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Crying Game tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

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Where can I watch The Crying Game (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crying Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Crying Game worth watching?
The Crying Game holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, krimi and liebesfilm. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Crying Game?
The Crying Game stars Stephen Rea, Jaye Davidson, Miranda Richardson, Forest Whitaker and Adrian Dunbar.
When was The Crying Game released?
The Crying Game was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.