Days of the Bagnold Summer (2019)

Coming Out at June 8, 2020 on digital and February 18, 2021 in theaters.

Comedy

Days of the Bagnold Summer is comedy film directed by Simon Bird, and written by Lisa Owens and Joff Winterhart. The film stars Monica Dolan, Earl Cave, Rob Brydon, Elliot Speller-Gillott, Tamsin Greig, Alice Lowe and Ony Uhiara. It primiered at August 14, 2019 on Locarno Film Festival.

Based on the critically acclaimed graphic novel, Days of the Bagnold Summer is a funny yet sweet coming-of-age story about single motherhood and Metallica. Daniel was supposed to spend the summer with his dad and his dad’s new wife in Florida, but when his dad cancels the trip Daniel and his mom suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together. An epic war of wills ensues in their suburban home as Daniel just wants to listen to heavy metal and start a band while his mom hopes to rekindle the fun times they used to have together. Featuring original songs by Belle and Sebastian.

Director: Simon Bird

Writers: Lisa Owens, Joff Winterhart (graphic novel)

Stars: Monica Dolan, Earl Cave, Rob Brydon, Elliot Speller-Gillott, Tamsin Greig, Alice Lowe, Ony Uhiara

►Cast

Monica Dolan	►	Sue Bagnold
Earl Cave	►	Daniel
Rob Brydon	►	Douglas Porter
Elliot Speller-Gillott	►	Ky
Tamsin Greig	►	Astrid
Alice Lowe	►	Carol
Ony Uhiara	►	Esther
Paul Bradley	►	Teen Server
Grace Hogg-Robinson	►	Katie
Nathanael Saleh	►	Alex
George Wilkins	►	Jake
Alfie Todd	►	George
Gurlaine Kaur Garcha	►	Receptionist
Sophie Steer	►	Waitress
Lesley Harcourt	►	Nancy
Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness	►	Sophie
Paul Michael Bradley	►	Burger Guy
Tim Key	►	Dale
Rodrig Andrisan	►	Man Crazy about Fudge
Alex Ashman	►	Teen Server
Olivia Buckland	►	Diner Girl
Alan Cassidy	►	(archive footage)
Tobias Cordes	►	Teen Server
Patrick Doran	►	Partygoer
George Mizen	►	Wedding Guest
David Sullivan	►	Wedding Guest
Stuart Whelan	►	Diner

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