The Grass Arena is based on the autobiography of John Healy. Raised in an strongly religious family, with an abusive father, John soon learns that he has to defend himself. Growing into adulthood he takes up boxing, but soon falls victim to alcoholism. His boxing career over, John takes to the Grass Arena (the park) where he lives with other alcoholics. Prison time introduces him to a new and unexpected path.
as John Healy
as The Dipper
as Madalena
as Mrs. Healy
as Mr. Healy
as Charles Fieldhouse
as Mac
as Bates
as Kelly
as The Sham
as Fox
as George
as Chess Opponent
as Woman in Cafe
as Kaufman
as Young John Healy
as Young Terry Healy
as Jock
as Liverpool Lil
as Williams
as Fowler
as Kate
as Teresa
as Miss Golon
as Andy
as Pete
as Ken
as Margaret
as Ron
as Radiographer
as Priest
as Boswell
as Boxing Opponent
as Sparring Partner
as Old Man
as Dublin Tommy
as Nun
