The Commitments

Name: The Commitments
Director: Alan Parker
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Music
Released: 1991
Duration: 1 h 58 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Robert Arkins, Michael Aherne, Angeline Ball, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Dave Finnegan

They had nothing to lose, they risked it all.

19911h 58m7.3(618 votes)

ComedyDramaMusic

Synopsis

Jimmy Rabbitte, just a thick-ya out of school, gets a brilliant idea: to put a soul band together in Barrytown, his slum home in north Dublin. First he needs musicians and singers: things slowly start to click when he finds three fine-voiced females virtually in his back yard, a lead singer (Deco) a…

The Commitments (1991) is a comedy, drama, and music film directed by Alan Parker. It stars Robert Arkins, Michael Aherne, and Angeline Ball. The film runs for 1 hour 58 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.3 out of 10 from 618 votes.

Where to Watch

Finding streaming options in United States...

Director

Alan Parker

Cast

Robert Arkins

Jimmy Rabbitte

Michael Aherne

Steven Clifford

Angeline Ball

Imelda Quirke

Maria Doyle Kennedy

Natalie Murphy

Dave Finnegan

Mickah Wallace

Bronagh Gallagher

Bernie McGloughlin

Trailer

Is The Commitments Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of comedy, drama, and music, The Commitments is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Commitments

Where can I watch The Commitments?

Streaming, rental, and purchase options for The Commitments vary by country. Check the "Where to Watch" section on this page for the services available in your region, updated from live availability data.

Who stars in The Commitments?

The Commitments stars Robert Arkins, Michael Aherne, Angeline Ball, and Maria Doyle Kennedy, and was directed by Alan Parker.

How long is The Commitments?

The Commitments has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes.

When did The Commitments come out?

The Commitments was released in 1991.

What genre is The Commitments?

The Commitments is a comedy, drama, and music film.

Is The Commitments worth watching?

The Commitments holds an average audience score of 7.3 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.