Hillsborough(2016)
When a game turned into disaster
Hillsborough Synopsis
A look at the April 15, 1989 tragedy at Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield, England, where a stampede in the stadium's standing-room-only areas killed 96 people and injured 766. The film also examines the ongoing efforts of victims' families to seek truth and justice, as well as tangible effects on English football, including stadium upgrades and the emergence of the English Premier League.
Hillsborough (2016) is a documentary film directed by Daniel Gordon, released on April 15, 2016 with a runtime of 2h. It stars Margaret Aspinall, Chris Cowlin, Douglas Earl and Tony Evans. Viewers rate it 8.8 out of 10 across 15 ratings.
- Director:
- Daniel Gordon
- Producers:
- Daniel Gordon
- Cinematographer:
- Nick Bennett
- Composer:
- Tim Atack
- Production:
- ESPN Films, VeryMuchSo Productions, Passion Pictures, ESPN
- Status:
- Released
Hillsborough (2016) Trailer
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Hillsborough Cast & Crew
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Directed by Daniel Gordon, produced by Daniel Gordon.
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Hillsborough Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.8/10 from 15 ratings.
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Hillsborough – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Hillsborough?
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The main cast of Hillsborough (2016) includes Margaret Aspinall, Chris Cowlin, Douglas Earl, Tony Evans and Steve Leighton. The film was directed by Daniel Gordon. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Hillsborough released?
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Hillsborough was released on April 15, 2016 and runs for 2h.
Is Hillsborough worth watching?
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Hillsborough (2016) holds an average rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 15 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Hillsborough?
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