
Set in Belfast against the backdrop of the 1986 World Cup, Shooting for Socrates tells the story of a momentous time in Northern Ireland's football history through the eyes of players, fans and the media. The film also follows the lives of passionate football supporter Arthur and his son Tommy from East Belfast. The lead up to a momentous day in the life of a young boy (his 10th birthday) mirrors the build up to the big day for the Northern Ireland football team as they play the greatest match of their lives.

Billy Bingham

Jackie Fullerton

Arthur

Tommy

Sammy McIlroy

David Campbell

Irene

Pat Jennings

Norman Whiteside

Gerry Armstrong
Jimmy Nichol

Jimmy Quinn

Alan McDonald
Bernard McNally

Phil Hughes

Mal Donaghy
Rebecca Bingham

Derek the Kit Man

Albert Kirk

Wigsy

Spud
Jim Campbell
Barney the Barman
Soldier Smith

Frankie

Landlady
Titch

Socrates

Mrs. McIlroy
Mrs Jones

Christopher's Dad
Christopher
Simon Jones
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