Trainspotting

Trainspotting

Starring

Writers

Director

Producer

Release

  • 1996

Time

  • 94 minutes

Synopsis

Danny Boyle's explosive film tracks the misadventures of young men in Edinburgh trying to find their way out of joblessness, aimless relationships and drug addiction. Some are successful, while others hopelessly are not. Based on Irvine Walsh's novel, Trainspotting melds grit with poetry, resulting in a film of harsh truths and stunning grace.

Trainspotting

Awards

1997 Academy Awards

Nominated

  • Best Screenplay - Adaptation

Featured Clips

Trainspotting - Change of Plans

Trainspotting - Change of Plans

Trainspotting - Profit and Loss

Trainspotting - Profit and Loss

Trainspotting - Junkie Limbo

Trainspotting - Junkie Limbo

Trainspotting - Errands

Trainspotting - Errands

Trainspotting - The Worst Toilet in Scotland

Trainspotting - The Worst Toilet in Scotland

Trainspotting - Unhappiness and Pain

Trainspotting - Unhappiness and Pain

Now Playing: Trainspotting - Change of Plans
Starring: Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle

While the guys are sleeping, Renton decides to alter the plan to his own benefit. In this scene: Renton (Ewan McGregor), Begbie (Robert Carlyle)

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