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The Playboy of the Western World

19852h 6mMovieDrama

A story of love, rivalry and betrayal – Synge’s best-known work is a must-see from this multi-award winning company.' Synge’s great comic masterpiece tells the story of Christy Mahon, who stumbles into a public house in County Mayo…

DirectorGarry Hynes
WriterJohn Millington Synge

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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 2 other countries

The Playboy of the Western World isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Canada, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Garry Hynes

MSMaeliosa Stafford
Maeliosa Stafford
Christopher Mahon
BBBrid Brennan
Brid Brennan
Pegeen Mike
MLMick Lally
Mick Lally
Old Mahon
PD
Paddy Dooney
Michael James Flaherty
MMMarie Mullen
Marie Mullen
Widow Quin
SMSean McGinley
Sean McGinley
Shawn Keogh
RM
Ray McBride
Philly Cullen
PMPauline McLynn
Pauline McLynn
Honor Blake

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The Playboy of the Western World — streaming FAQ

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Is The Playboy of the Western World on Netflix?

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