The Dead Hour (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Film

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Released in 2013, The Dead Hour is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by David Kane, running about 120 minutes.

What it’s about. The sequel to The Field of Blood, an adaptation of Denise Mina's novel. It's 1984 and Paddy Meehan tries to make a career for herself in her dream job, working the night shift on the call car, against the backdrop of the miner's strike and the changing face of journalism. The arrival of a new editor in chief threatens to thwart her ambitions and hopes for happiness, whilst,an innocuous call to a disturbance in a posh area of Glasgow leads her to uncover a cold-blooded murder.

Who’s in it. The Dead Hour stars Jayd Johnson as Paddy Meehan, David Morrissey as Murray Devlin, Katherine Kelly as Maloney and Ford Kiernan as George McVie, among others.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Dead Hour (2013)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dead Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Dead Hour?
The Dead Hour stars Jayd Johnson, David Morrissey, Katherine Kelly, Ford Kiernan and David Hayman.
When was The Dead Hour released?
The Dead Hour was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.