The Full Monty 1997

The Full Monty

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Cheeky and infectiously good-natured, The Full Monty bares its big beating heart with a sly dose of ribald comedy.

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Movie Info

After losing his job at a steel factory, Gaz (Robert Carlyle) learns that his wife wants to sue him for missed child support payments. Desperate for money, Gaz and his friend Dave (Mark Addy) decide to create their own male strip-tease act. The two friends recruit four more men, including their former foreman (Tom Wilkinson) and a security guard (Steve Huison). The group promises that their show will succeed because they are willing to go "the Full Monty": completely naked.
  • Rating:
    R
  • Genre:
    comedy
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Peter Cattaneo
  • Producer:
    Uberto Pasolini
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $45.9M
  • Runtime:
  • Production Co:
    Redwave Films, Twentieth Century Fox, Channel Four Films
  • Sound Mix:
    Surround, Dolby
  • Aspect Ratio:
    35mm, Flat (1.85:1)

Cast & Crew

Robert Carlyle
Gaz
Tom Wilkinson
Gerald
Mark Addy
Dave
Lesley Sharp
Jean
Emily Woof
Mandy
Steve Huison
Lomper
Paul Barber
Horse
Hugo Speer
Guy
Deirdre Costello
Linda
Bruce Jones
Reg
Peter Cattaneo
Director
Simon Beaufoy
Writer
Uberto Pasolini
Producer
Anne Dudley
Original Music
John de Borman
Cinematographer
David Freeman
Film Editor
Nick Moore
Film Editor
Susie Figgis
Casting
Max Gottlieb
Production Design
Chris Roope
Art Direction
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Audience Reviews for The Full Monty

  • Dec 06, 2013
    A British screwball comedy with a twist, I am really impressed by the performance from the ensemble. It's embarrassing to watch these men doing their... dance but kudos for their brave, shameless work. Not necessarily a film I would watch it again if I stumble upon it, but it was thoroughly enjoyable.
    Sylvester K Super Reviewer
  • Apr 08, 2013
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  • Jun 28, 2012
    This is a funny film - in part because these guys make the best of a horrible situation - most of Sheffield being thrown out of work when the steelworkers are all laid off.
    Red L Super Reviewer
  • May 18, 2012
    The Full Monty is a good little comedy with a great cast. I very enjoyed the film, and thought it was a fine film for what it was. If you're looking for a charming comedy, The Full Monty may not be the masterwork everyone has claimed it to be. However, it is a well acted film with a feel good tone. The cast are very good and there's not one character that you dislike. This is a well directed film, one that really stands out. The film is very good, but I found that the comedic delivery was at times short. I felt that the gags fell flat at times, but in the end the film told a good story. The film has some pretty decent gags going through it, but there's never anything hilarious going on. I felt that the film was good because of the cast, and story, and it has some laughs throughout the film. As far as this film being the greatest British comedy, it's far from it. The film is worth seeing and it manages to be a memorable and must see film. The cast make this film work well enough. The script is well written, and The Full Monty is a smart, but flawed comedy that manages to entertain due to its diverse characters and good cast. This may not be the best comedy that every critic has claimed it to be, but it's still worth watching. Robert Carlyle and company are fun to watch on-screen. This is a well crafted film, and though it has its flaws, it's a must see. Brilliantly acted and directed, The Full Monty is a good spirited flick that is simply charming.
    Alex r Super Reviewer
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