The Field

(1990)Directed by Jim Sheridan110 min · PG-13Drama
It Owns Him...It Possesses Him...And It Could Even Destroy Him

"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 Harrisas 'Bull' McCabe
John Hurtas Bird' O'Donnell
Sean Beanas Tadgh McCabe
Brenda Frickeras Maggie McCabe
Ruth McCabeas Tinker Woman
Brendan Gleesonas Quarryman
Tom Berengeras Peter - The American
Sean McGinleyas Father Chris Doran
Jer O'Learyas Tinker Girl's Father
John Cowleyas Flanagan
Jenny Conroyas Katie - The Tinker Girl
Joan Sheehyas 2nd Tinker Woman
Malachy McCourtas Sergeant
Eamon Keaneas Dan Paddy Andy
Sara Jane Scaifeas McRoarty
David Wilmotas Boy at Dance
RDRachael Dowlingas Girl at Dance
Sarah Cronin-Stanleyas Girl at Dance
Peadar Lambas Paddy Joe O'Reilly
ÁNÁine Ní Mhuirías Priest's Housekeeper
Máirtín Jaimsie