The Field

7 1990 Jim Sheridan 1h 50m
Drama
The Field

"Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.

Richard Harris Richard Harris 'Bull' McCabe
John Hurt John Hurt Bird' O'Donnell
Sean Bean Sean Bean Tadgh McCabe
Frances Tomelty Frances Tomelty Widow
Brenda Fricker Brenda Fricker Maggie McCabe
Ruth McCabe Ruth McCabe Tinker Woman
Brendan Gleeson Brendan Gleeson Quarryman
Tom Berenger Tom Berenger Peter - The American