The Van
- Comedy
- Drama
In a working-class quarter of Dublin, 'Bimbo' Reeves gets laid off from his job and, with his redundancy payout, buys a van and sells fish and chips with his buddy, Larry. Due to Ireland's surprising success at the 1990 FIFA World Cup, their business starts off well, but the relationship between the two friends soon becomes strained as Bimbo behaves more like a typical boss.
The Van is a 1996 Irish comedy-drama following two working-class Dublin friends who buy a fish-and-chips van after one loses his job. Set against the backdrop of Ireland's unexpected run at the 1990 FIFA World Cup, the film explores how entrepreneurship and ambition strain their friendship.
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Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Colm MeaneyLarry
Donal O'Kelly'Bimbo'
Ger RyanMaggie- Caroline RothwellMary
Neilí ConroyDiane
Rúaidhrí ConroyKevin
Brendan O'CarrollWeslie
Stuart DunneSam- Jack LynchCancer
- Laurie MortonMaggie's Mum
Marie MullenVera
Jon KennyGerry McCarthy- Moses RowenGlenn
- Linda McGovernJessica
Frank O'SullivanWally
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When was The Van released?
The Van was released on November 29, 1996.
What is The Van about?
After getting laid off, Bimbo Reeves uses his redundancy payout to buy a van and start a fish-and-chips business with his friend Larry. Their initial success is boosted by Ireland's surprising performance at the 1990 FIFA World Cup, but tensions arise as Bimbo takes on a more authoritarian boss role.
Where can I watch The Van?
The Van is available on various streaming and rental platforms. Check your local streaming services or digital retailers for current availability.
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