Comfort and Joy
1984, English. Directed by Bill Forsyth.
A serious comedy
Radio host Alan 'Dickie' Bird witnesses how an icecream van is attacked and destroyed by angry competitors. This leads him into the struggle between two Italian families over the icecream market of Glasgow.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 August 1984
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Bill Forsyth
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Comfort and Joy: quick answers
Is Comfort and Joy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Comfort and Joy?
Comfort and Joy runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Comfort and Joy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Comfort and Joy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Comfort and Joy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Comfort and Joy is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Comfort and Joy on?
Comfort and Joy isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 August 1984. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Comfort and Joy?
If you liked Comfort and Joy, try Summer Rental, Gregory's Girl, Clockwise.
Who directed Comfort and Joy?
Comfort and Joy (1984) was directed by Bill Forsyth and stars Bill Paterson, Eleanor David, Clare Grogan.