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The Flying Scotsman

2006·Movie·PG-13·96 min·6.5(78)

The true story of the unlikely champion that inspired a nation.

Based on the incredible true story of amateur cyclist Graeme Obree, who breaks the world one-hour record on a bike he made out of washing machine parts.

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About The Flying Scotsman

The Flying Scotsman is a 2006 English-language drama film directed by Douglas Mackinnon. The cast is led by Jonny Lee Miller, Sean Brown, Joseph Carney. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel.

The Flying Scotsman was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Scion Films, and ContentFilm and made in United Kingdom and Germany. It was released on August 16, 2006, and carries a PG-13 certification.

Director
Douglas Mackinnon
Writers
John Brown, Simon Rose, Declan Hughes
Release date
August 16, 2006
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom, Germany
Production
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Scion Films, ContentFilm
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The Flying Scotsman cast & crew

The Flying Scotsman was directed by Douglas Mackinnon and written by John Brown, Simon Rose, and Declan Hughes.

The cast features Jonny Lee Miller as Graeme Obree, Sean Brown as Young Graeme Obree, Joseph Carney as Child Gang Leader, Billy Boyd as Malky, Laura Fraser as Anne Obree, and Brian Cox as Douglas Baxter.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Martin Phipps, cinematography is by Gavin Finney, and it was produced by Alasdair Waddell and Claire Chapman.

Is The Flying Scotsman worth watching?

The Flying Scotsman holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 78 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, The Flying Scotsman is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Flying Scotsman

In United States, you can stream The Flying Scotsman on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel, and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of The Flying Scotsman

Jonny Lee Miller

Jonny Lee Miller

Graeme Obree

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Sean Brown

Young Graeme Obree

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Joseph Carney

Child Gang Leader

Billy Boyd

Billy Boyd

Malky

Laura Fraser

Laura Fraser

Anne Obree

Brian Cox

Brian Cox

Douglas Baxter

Ron Donachie

Ron Donachie

Scobie

Morven Christie

Morven Christie

Katie

David Hounslow

David Hounslow

"Specialized" Representative

Gary Hollywood

Gary Hollywood

Cycle Courier

Pauline Lynch

Pauline Lynch

Second Office Receptionist

Moray Hunter

Moray Hunter

Armstrong

The Flying Scotsman — FAQs

Where can I watch The Flying Scotsman in United States?

The Flying Scotsman is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel, Tubi TV in United States.

Is The Flying Scotsman on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Flying Scotsman is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is The Flying Scotsman in?

The Flying Scotsman is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Flying Scotsman?

The Flying Scotsman runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).

What is The Flying Scotsman rated?

The Flying Scotsman is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 78 ratings.

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