The Final Curtain

– The Final Curtain is a British film from 2002 directed by Patrick Harkins and starring Peter O'Toole..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
5.80 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 24 Minutes
Release Year:
2002
The Final Curtain (2002)

The Final Curtain is a British film from 2002 directed by Patrick Harkins and starring Peter O'Toole. It tells the story of J. J. Curtis, ageing gameshow host played by O'Toole, who hires novelist Jonathan Stitch (Adrian Lester) to pen his biography, in the hope of sealing his immortality in the hearts and minds of the British public. This is made more difficult by his rivalry with fellow gameshow host Dave Turner (Aidan Gillen), and events from his past.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA, UK
Genre:
Release Date:

12 Oct 2002

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
R – Restricted

Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

Director:

Patrick Harkins

Writer:

John Hodge

Main Actors:

Peter O'Toole, Aidan Gillen, Adrian Lester, Julia Sawalha

Plot:

A rivalry develops between a showbiz veteran and an upstart newcomer.

Awards:

1 win & 1 nomination.

Production:

DNA Films

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
5.8/10