Sunshine on Leith (2013): Plot, Cast & Rating

Name: Sunshine on Leith
Genre: Music, Comedy, Drama
Released: 2013
Duration: 100 min
Cast: George MacKay, Kevin Guthrie, Paul Brannigan, Jane Horrocks, Peter Mullan

What Sunshine on Leith Is About

Go in knowing it is a musical: the characters break into song mid-sentence and every song is by The Proclaimers. Davy and Ally come back to Edinburgh from service in Afghanistan, and both struggle with civilian life, with finding work and with holding relationships together. At the same time Davy's parents' long marriage takes an unexpected blow. Adapted from the stage musical of the same name, with the songs fitted to the story afterwards. Fletcher makes no grand statements and carries ordinary people's everyday problems on the songs.

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What is Sunshine on Leith about?

Go in knowing it is a musical: the characters break into song mid-sentence and every song is by The Proclaimers. Davy and Ally come back to Edinburgh from service in Afghanistan, and both struggle with civilian life, with finding work and with holding relationships together.

Where can I watch Sunshine on Leith?

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How long is Sunshine on Leith?

Sunshine on Leith runs for 100 minutes (1h 40m).

When did Sunshine on Leith come out?

Sunshine on Leith was released in 2013.

Who directed Sunshine on Leith?

Sunshine on Leith was directed by Dexter Fletcher.

Who stars in Sunshine on Leith?

Sunshine on Leith stars George MacKay, Kevin Guthrie, Paul Brannigan, Jane Horrocks.

What is Sunshine on Leith's rating?

Sunshine on Leith holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 66 out of 100.