Plot — What is The Informant about?
A former Irish Republican Army fighter, Gingy McAnally (Anthony Brophy), is reluctant about being called back into service after serving time in prison. He executes the grisly task but ends up captured by a sympathetic British police lieutenant named Ferris (Cary Elwes). The intimidating Chief Inspector of the Belfast Police (Timothy Dalton) convinces Gingy that his best hope is to become an informant and turn in other IRA operatives. As Gingy's marriage unravels under the stress, he is forced to come to terms with the fact that in this war both sides lose. Three men, three political circles, each fighting for their lives, each with their own agenda in the battle for Northern Ireland.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Action, War, Thriller |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 105 min |
| Audience Score | 66% (6.6/10, 15 votes) |
The Informant — FAQ
Is The Informant worth watching? The Informant holds a 6.6/10 rating from 15 viewers. A former Irish Republican Army fighter, Gingy McAnally (Anthony Brophy), is reluctant about being called back into service after serving time in prison. He executes the grisly task but ends up captured by a sympathetic B
Who directed The Informant? Directed by Jim McBride.
Who is in the cast of The Informant? It stars Cary Elwes, Anthony Brophy, Timothy Dalton, Maria Lennon, Sean McGinley, John Kavanagh and more.
Where can I stream The Informant? Streaming availability for The Informant is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Informant release? It released in 1997.
