The Drummer and the Keeper(2017)
The Drummer and the Keeper Synopsis
The Drummer and the Keeper tells the story of the unlikely friendship formed between two young men: Gabriel, a reckless young drummer who revels in rejecting society’s rules and Christopher, a 17-year-old with Asperger’s Syndrome, who yearns to fit in. This heartwarming story shows the strength of the human bond in the face of adversity.
The Drummer and the Keeper (2017) is a comedy and drama film directed by Nick Kelly, released on September 8, 2017 with a runtime of 1h 32m. It stars Dermot Murphy, Jacob McCarthy, Adrian Hudson and Annie Ryan. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Nick Kelly
- Writers:
- Nick Kelly
- Producers:
- Kate McColgan
- Cinematographer:
- Tom Comerford
- Composer:
- John Gerard Walsh
- Production:
- Calico Pictures
- Status:
- Released
The Drummer and the Keeper (2017) Trailer
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The Drummer and the Keeper Cast & Crew
Main cast
Dermot Murphy
as Gabriel
Jacob McCarthy
as Christopher
- Adrian Hudson
Adrian Hudson
as Eric
- Annie Ryan
Annie Ryan
as Dr Flahavan
Niamh Algar
as Ingrid
Peter Coonan
as Toss
Phelim Drew
as Jeremy
Olwen Fouéré
as Doctor Assif
- Jane Herbert
Jane Herbert
as Jamie
- Beibhinn Jones
Beibhinn Jones
as Jo
Charlie Kelly
as Pearse
Dale Leadon Bolger
as Roly
Key crew
Directed by Nick Kelly, written by Nick Kelly, produced by Kate McColgan.
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The Drummer and the Keeper Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 6 ratings.
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The Drummer and the Keeper – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Drummer and the Keeper online?
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The Drummer and the Keeper (2017) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Drummer and the Keeper?
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The main cast of The Drummer and the Keeper (2017) includes Dermot Murphy, Jacob McCarthy, Adrian Hudson, Annie Ryan and Niamh Algar. The film was directed by Nick Kelly. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Drummer and the Keeper released?
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The Drummer and the Keeper was released on September 8, 2017 and runs for 1h 32m.
Is The Drummer and the Keeper worth watching?
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The Drummer and the Keeper (2017) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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