The Grass Arena is based on the autobiography of John Healy. Raised in an strongly religious family, with an abusive father, John soon learns that he has to defend himself. Growing into adulthood he takes up boxing, but soon falls victim to alcoholism. His boxing career over, John takes to the Grass Arena (the park) where he lives with other alcoholics. Prison time introduces him to a new and unexpected path.
The Grass Arena is based on the autobiography of John Healy. Raised in an strongly religious family, with an abusive father, John soon learns that he has to defend himself. Growing into adulthood he takes up boxing, but soon falls victim to alcoholism. His boxing career over, John takes to the Grass Arena (the park) where he lives with other alcoholics. Prison time introduces him to a new and unexpected path.
Mark RylanceJohn Healy
Pete PostlethwaiteThe Dipper
Lynsey BaxterMadalena
Marian McLoughlinMrs. Healy
Billy BoyleMr. Healy
Ronan VibertCharles Fieldhouse
Clive RussellMac
Julian FirthBates
Paddy JoyceKelly
Gerard HoranThe Sham
Bunny MayFox
Brian HallGeorgeNicholas PalliserChess Opponent
Noreen KershawWoman in Cafe
Harry LandisKaufmanAndrew DicksYoung John HealyNick DawneyYoung Terry HealyLouis MellisJockAnna KeaveneyLiverpool LilJohn O'TooleWilliams
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