Way Upstream 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Director
- Terry Johnson
- Networks
- Centre Films, BBC
- Where to Stream
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
What is Way Upstream?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Way Upstream" (1987). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1987
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Centre Films, BBC
- Genres
- TV Movie, Comedy, Drama, Horror
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 9 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~101 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Centre Films, BBC
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Way Upstream" (1987).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Way Upstream
Year: 1987
Release Date: 01/01/1987 (GB)
Genres: TV Movie, Comedy, Drama, Horror
Runtime: 1h 41m
Director/Writer: Terry Johnson
Cast: Nick Dunning, Joanne Pearce, Barrie Rutter, Marion Bailey
Plot: Two couples go on a boating holiday together, and run into some strange people and events.
Origin: Based on a play by Alan Ayckbourn. The play was first performed in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, UK, at the Stephen Joseph Theatre on 2 October 1981, directed by Ayckbourn.
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Way Upstream is a 1987 film that falls into the genres of comedy, drama, horror, and TV movie. Directed and written by Terry Johnson, the production has a runtime of 1 hour and
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“A gripping exploration of tv movie and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Way Upstream worth watching?
Way Upstream holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 9 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging TV Movie, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Way Upstream and when was it released?
Way Upstream is a feature film with a runtime of 101 minutes. It was released in 1987. Release status: Released.
Who directed Way Upstream?
Way Upstream was directed by Terry Johnson.
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