The Slab Boys
1997, English. Directed by John Byrne.
Paisley, Scotland, in 1957. Three likely lads look forward to the staff dance at the local carpet factory where they work
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The Slab Boys is streaming on Britbox in India.
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Cast & crew
- John ByrneDirector
- Robin LaingPhil McCann
- Russell BarrGeorge 'Spanky' Farrell
- Bill GardinerHector McKenzie
- Louise BerryLucille Bentley
- Julie Wilson NimmoBernadette Rooney
- Duncan RossAlan Downie
- Moray HunterJack Hogg
- David O'HaraTerry Skinnedar
- Anna MasseyMiss Elsie Walkinshaw
- Barbara RaffertyMrs. McCann
- Ford KiernanMale Orderly
- Jim BoycePlainclothes Policeman
Details
- Released
- 28 August 1997
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- John Byrne
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The Slab Boys runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
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The Slab Boys is streaming on Britbox in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Slab Boys?
If you liked The Slab Boys, try What Maisie Knew, The Nest, Cardboard Boxer.
Who directed The Slab Boys?
The Slab Boys (1997) was directed by John Byrne and stars Robin Laing, Russell Barr, Bill Gardiner.