County Durham, England, 1984. The miners' strike has started and the police have started coming up from Bethnal Green, starting a class war with the lower classes suffering. Caught in the middle of the conflict is 11-year old Billy Elliot, who, after leaving his boxing club for the day, stumbles upon a ballet class and finds out that he's naturally talented. He practices with his teacher Mrs. Wilkinson for an upcoming audition in Newcastle-upon Tyne for the royal Ballet school in London.
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Billy Elliot: frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Billy Elliot?
To rent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
When was Billy Elliot released?
Billy Elliot was released on September 28, 2000.
Who is in the cast of Billy Elliot?
The main cast includes Jamie Bell (Billy Elliot), Gary Lewis (Jackie Elliot), Julie Walters (Mrs Wilkinson), and Jean Heywood (Grandma).
Who directed Billy Elliot?
Billy Elliot was directed by Stephen Daldry.
How long is Billy Elliot?
Billy Elliot runs 111 minutes (1 h 51 min).
How is Billy Elliot rated?
Billy Elliot has a rating of 7.6/10 on TMDB from 4,177 votes.