Common (2014): Cast & Plot
Common is a 2014 crime drama directed by David Blair, starring Nico Mirallegro as Johnjo O'Shea, Jodhi May and Andrew Tiernan. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- David Blair
- Original language
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English - Studio
- BBC
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Common About?
The premise of Common without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This gritty drama explores the complexities of the UK’s joint enterprise law. Nico Mirallegro portrays Johnjo O’Shea, a naive 17-year-old who unwittingly becomes an accessory to murder after providing transportation for a group of friends. The film follows his journey from innocent bystander to someone entangled in a serious crime, raising questions about responsibility and the legal system. It's a powerful and thought-provoking examination of a controversial issue.
Common Cast & Characters
Nico Mirallegro leads the cast as Johnjo O'Shea, with Jodhi May as Coleen O'Shea and Andrew Tiernan as Peter O'Shea. Directed by David Blair; 16 actors are credited in all.
- Director David Blair
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Nico Mirallegro as Johnjo O'Shea -
Jodhi May as Coleen O'Shea - Andrew Tiernan as Peter O'Shea
- Ben Smith as Patrick O'Shea
Also Starring in Common
· 12 more- Finn Atkins Karen O'Shea
- Daniel Mays Tommy Ward
- Harry McMullen Thomas Ward
- Susan Lynch Margaret Ward
- Michael Gambon Judge
- Robert Pugh DI Hastings
- Michelle Fairley Shelagh
- Andrew Ellis Kieran Gillespie
- Louise Delamere DC Jane Pearson
- Dean Smith Hugo Davies
- Graham Padden Undertaker
- Steve Leighton Hospital Porter
More from David Blair
More films directed by David Blair: Care, Hurricane, Reg and The Sighting.
Common Plot Summary
What happens in Common from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Johnjo O’Shea, a typical 17-year-old boy, faces unique challenges as a haemophiliac. One day, he finds himself giving a ride to some friends of his older brother in his brother’s car, unaware of the underlying tension that comes with the trip to a pizza takeaway. Unbeknownst to Johnjo, one of his passengers is in a heated situation that has escalated prior to their arrival. Specifically, a friend working at the pizza shop has warned that an adversary is on the way, and the group is driven by a desire to confront him quickly.
Full summary
The whole story of Common, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Common?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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How old is Johnjo O'Shea?
Cars in Common
16 cars on screen, including the 2001 Ford Mondeo MkIII and the 2013 Hyundai i40 Tourer.
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2001 Ford Mondeo MkIII Important role -
2013 Hyundai i40 Tourer Important role -
2008 Ford Mondeo Estate MkIV Minor role -
Iveco EuroCargo Minor role
Common Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Laillinen oikeusmurha” and “Nekompromisní trest”.
- Also known as
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- Laillinen oikeusmurha
- Nekompromisní trest
- 共犯
- 母難
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Common FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Common, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Common?
Common runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Common released?
Common was released on July 6, 2014.
Who directed Common?
Common was directed by David Blair.
More films by David Blair Who is in the cast of Common?
Common stars Nico Mirallegro as Johnjo O'Shea, Jodhi May as Coleen O'Shea and Andrew Tiernan as Peter O'Shea, among 16 credited actors.
Does Common have a post-credit scene?
No. Common has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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