Billy Elliot

Set against the background of the 1984 Miner's Strike, Billy Elliot is an 11 year old boy who stumbles out of the boxing ring and onto the ballet floor. He faces many trials and triumphs as he strives to conquer his family's set ways, inner conflict, and standing on his toes!

★ 7.6/10 · 4,195 TMDB audience ratings

Starring

• Jamie BellBilly Elliot
• Gary LewisJackie Elliot
• Julie WaltersMrs Wilkinson
• Jean HeywoodGrandma
• Jamie DravenTony Elliot
• Stuart WellsMichael Caffrey
• Mike ElliotGeorge Watson
• Billy FaneMr Braithwaite

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Audience reviews from TMDB · may contain spoilers

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