---
title: "Breaking Glass"
year: 1980
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/breaking-glass-1980"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 26803
imdb_id: "tt0080469"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 35
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Breaking Glass (1980) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/breaking-glass-1980

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Breaking Glass is a 1980 British film starring Hazel O'Connor, Phil Daniels, and Jonathan Pryce. The feature film was written and directed by Brian Gibson in his feature film debut and co-produced by Dodi Fayed. The story follows a punk singer named Kate and her meteoric rise to stardom. Starting out in the rock pubs of London, Kate is assisted by her manager Danny and becomes a huge star overnight. Once she reaches the top, the pressure is immense as her band is squeezed out and she is left to cope alone in the spotlight. The film runs for one hour and forty-four minutes and falls into the music and drama genres.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Brian Gibson
- **Networks / Studios**: Allied Stars

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hazel O'Connor** as *Kate*
- **Phil Daniels** as *Danny*
- **Jon Finch** as *Woods*
- **Jonathan Pryce** as *Ken*
- **Peter-Hugo Daly** as *Mick*
- **Mark Wingett** as *Tony*
- **Gary Tibbs** as *Dave*
- **Charles Wegner** as *Campbell*
- **Mark Wing-Davey** as *Fordyce*
- **Hugh Thomas** as *Davis*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Breaking Glass online?
Breaking Glass is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Breaking Glass worth watching?
Breaking Glass holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 35 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Music, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Breaking Glass and when was it released?
Breaking Glass is a feature film with a runtime of 104 minutes. It was released in 1980. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Breaking Glass?
Breaking Glass was directed by Brian Gibson.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Breaking Glass — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26803)
- [Breaking Glass (1980) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080469/fullcredits/)
- [Breaking Glass (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breaking_Glass_(film))
- [Breaking Glass (1980) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26803-breaking-glass/cast)
- [Breaking Glass (1980) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/breaking-glass/credits)

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