There's Only One Jimmy Grimble

A warm, bittersweet underdog story that balances schoolboy comedy with genuine heartache, leaving you cheering for the shy kid who finds his own magic.

Directed by

John Hay

Genres

Comedy

Starring

Robert Carlyle, Ray Winstone, Gina McKee

Overview

Jimmy Grimble is a shy Manchester school boy. At school he is constantly being bullied by the other kids, and at home he has to face his mother's new boyfriend. However, through football, and some special boots, he manages to gain the confidence to succeed and leads his school football team towards the final of the local schools cup.

How it feels

Warm, earnest, uplifting and melancholic. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Coming-of-age, identity, friendship, family

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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