Pigs (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1984, Pigs is a drama film directed by Cathal Black, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. Grim tale of marginalized souls in an apocalyptic Dublin inner city. Jimmy takes up residence in a derelict and once elegant house in a no-go inner area. He is soon joined by other squatters, George a business man trying to retain some dignity, Ronnie a drug dealer, Tom a paranoiac, Orwell a Jamaican pimp and his prostitute Mary
Who’s in it. Pigs stars Jimmy Brennan as Jimmy, George Shane as George, Maurice O'Donoghue as Tom and Liam Halligan as Ronnie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Pigs has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pigs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pigs tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pigs (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pigs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pigs worth watching?
- Pigs holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pigs?
- Pigs stars Jimmy Brennan, George Shane, Maurice O'Donoghue, Liam Halligan and Kwesi Kay.
- When was Pigs released?
- Pigs was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.