When a lottery winner dies of shock, his fellow townsfolk attempt to claim the money.
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Cast
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| Ian Bannen | ... | Jackie O'Shea | |
| David Kelly | ... | Michael O'Sullivan | |
| Fionnula Flanagan | ... | Annie O'Shea | |
| Susan Lynch | ... | Maggie O'Toole | |
| James Nesbitt | ... | Pig Finn | |
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Paul Vaughan | ... | Narrator (voice) |
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Adrian Robinson | ... | Lotto Observer |
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Maura O'Malley | ... | Mrs. Kennedy |
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Robert Hickey | ... | Maurice O'Toole |
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Paddy Ward | ... | Brendy O'Toole |
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James Ryland | ... | Dennis Fitzgerald |
| Fintan McKeown | ... | Pat Mulligan | |
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Eileen Dromey | ... | Lizzy Quinn |
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Kitty Fitzgerald | ... | Kitty |
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Dermot Kerrigan | ... | Father Patrick |
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Plot Synopsis
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The lucky winner of the national lottery is Ned Devine, so taken by his good fortune that he now can't be waked, because he died from the shock of it! News of the win spread quickly in the scenic little Irish village of Tully More, but not the secret news of Ned's demise. With lottery officials closing in to confirm the prize claimed by the deceased Devine, Ned's closest friends scheme to keep the prize money close to home, in memory of Ned of course! But as the plot twists humorously, they learn it is hard is to keep such a secret in a small town. Written by OBGriffiths@yahoo.com
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Finally, a comedy that will make you feel like a million bucks. See more »Genres:
ComedyMotion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG for nudity, language and thematic elements | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
8 January 1999 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Box Office
Budget:
$3,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$148,971, 22 November 1998Gross USA:
$24,792,251Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$55,257,450Company Credits
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2.39 : 1
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Maggie O'Toole: I've noticed. Well, come on then... Let's get closer.
Pig Finn: Oh, yes please, Maggie.
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(1988)
Written by Mike Scott and Steve Wickham
Performed by The Waterboys
Published by Blue Mountain Music Ltd. and Dizzy Heights/Chrysalis Music Ltd.
Courtesy of Chrysalis Records Ltd.
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A significant sleeper success, this earned over $50 million from a $3 million budget. See more »Goofs
When Micheal goes swimming nude with Jackie, he does not have a mark on his back even when he climbs on the motorcycle naked to race to Ned's. When he climbs off the motorcycle at Ned's, he has prominent black tattoo-like markings the entire length of his spine. See more »Quotes
Pig Finn: I've been using some fruity soaps, Maggie.Maggie O'Toole: I've noticed. Well, come on then... Let's get closer.
Pig Finn: Oh, yes please, Maggie.
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Crazy Credits
Dedicated to the fond memory of Ian Bannen (Jackie O'Shea), Alexandre Heylen (producer) and Peter Butler (grip) - "we shall forever be in your debt". See more »Soundtracks
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Written by Mike Scott and Steve Wickham
Performed by The Waterboys
Published by Blue Mountain Music Ltd. and Dizzy Heights/Chrysalis Music Ltd.
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"Waking Ned Devine" is a perfect state of mind. The entire movie, which I've watched many, many times is more perfect each time I watch it. Everything about it; the cast, the music, the scenery; all matches perfectly throughout. Anyone who had anything to do with this production should be delighted with the thought that it is perfect!! Well done - Well done - Indeed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And, my profound thanks to all for making this production - watching it keeps me feeling good about life.
All the best to everyone involved in the making of this "feel good" production.