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Danny Deckchair (2004): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

Danny Deckchair (2004) movie poster

Danny Deckchair is a 2004 romantic comedy directed by Jeff Balsmeyer, starring Rhys Ifans, Justine Clarke and Miranda Otto. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $805,894 worldwide. Critics gave it 55% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
55%
worldwide gross
$805.9K
Metascore
56
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Danny Deckchair (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Director
Jeff Balsmeyer
Genres
Comedy , Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Danny Deckchair About?

The premise of Danny Deckchair without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Following a painful heartbreak, Danny finds an unconventional escape: a deckchair powered by a cluster of balloons. He launches himself into the sky, leaving his troubles behind and embracing a life of newfound freedom. During his airborne journey, a series of unexpected encounters and romantic possibilities arise, leading him on a surprising path of self-discovery and adventure.

Danny Deckchair Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • two word title
  • female police officer
  • character covered in a parachute
  • police officer
  • male police officer
  • toyota
  • toyota car
  • toyota motor vehicle
  • toyota land cruiser
  • toyota hilux
  • toyota truck
  • balloon
+38 more
  • australia
  • truck
  • escape
  • vacation
  • helium
  • cement
  • falling from the sky
  • wine
  • water fight
  • watching tv
  • waitress
  • vip
  • urban setting
  • underwear
  • underwater scene
  • unidentified flying object
  • tv news
  • television crew
  • treetop
  • traffic ticket
  • thunder
  • tent
  • telephone call
  • teacher
  • swimming pool
  • sunglasses
  • suburb
  • sports announcer
  • song
  • soccer
  • slingshot
  • skyline
  • sitting on a telephone pole
  • singing
  • singer
  • shoulder wound
  • shopping
  • shish kebab
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Cast & crew

Danny Deckchair Cast

Rhys Ifans leads the cast, with Justine Clarke and Miranda Otto. Directed by Jeff Balsmeyer.

From the director

More from Jeff Balsmeyer

More films directed by Jeff Balsmeyer: Ingenious and Ingenious.

Full filmography
Ratings

Danny Deckchair Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Danny Deckchair 55% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic.

Plot

Danny Deckchair Plot Summary

What happens in Danny Deckchair from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In a mundane world defined by the constant noise of concrete and construction, Danny Morgan (Rhys Ifans) works tirelessly as a driver and laborer, trapped in a relationship that feels far from thrilling. His girlfriend, Trudy (Justine Clarke), is preoccupied with dreams of glamour and excitement, leaving Danny feeling stuck in a rut. As they look forward to their annual camping getaway, Trudy unexpectedly cancels, claiming work commitments, which sends Danny’s frustration spiraling.

However, the truth behind Trudy’s “work” is revealed when Danny discovers her meeting with the charming Sandy Upman (Rhys Muldoon), a local sports reporter, while shopping for a barbecue. This shocking revelation leaves Danny feeling disheartened and betrayed.

Full summary

The whole story of Danny Deckchair, scene by scene

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Box office

Danny Deckchair Box Office

Danny Deckchair grossed $805,894 worldwide. $160,276 came from the US and Canada and $645,618 (80%) from the rest of the world.

2004 box office

Worldwide gross

$805.9K

US & Canada
$160.3K
International
$645.6K
US & Canada 20% Rest of the world 80%
Videos

Danny Deckchair Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Danny Deckchair.

Danny Deckchair (2003) - Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Danny Deckchair?

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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What is Danny's job at the beginning of the movie?

Cars

Cars in Danny Deckchair

53 cars on screen, including the 1969 BMW R 75/5 and the 1978 Ford Courier.

All 53 cars
  • 1969 BMW R 75/5 in Danny Deckchair 1969 BMW R 75/5 Important role
  • 1978 Ford Courier in Danny Deckchair 1978 Ford Courier Important role
  • 1986 Toyota Celica in Danny Deckchair 1986 Toyota Celica Important role
  • 2000 Ford Falcon in Danny Deckchair 2000 Ford Falcon Minor role
Details

Danny Deckchair Also Known As

16 alternative titles, including “Piovuto dal cielo” and “Дани - летящият шезлонг”.

Also known as
  • Piovuto dal cielo
  • Дани - летящият шезлонг
  • Dannyjeva leteća stolica
  • Mies joka putosi taivaasta
  • Nyugágy Danny
  • Danny's Daydream
  • Manden der faldt ned fra himlen
  • El amor está en el aire
  • Денні - Літаючий шезлонг
  • Денни - Летающий шезлонг
  • El amor esta en el aire
  • Narzeczony z nieba
+4 more
  • 不一样的奇遇
  • Spadl z oblaků
  • A Grande Virada De Danny
  • 대니 덱체어

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FAQ

Danny Deckchair FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Danny Deckchair, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Danny Deckchair?

Danny Deckchair runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was Danny Deckchair released?

Danny Deckchair was released on August 11, 2004.

Who directed Danny Deckchair?

Danny Deckchair was directed by Jeff Balsmeyer.

More films by Jeff Balsmeyer

Who is in the cast of Danny Deckchair?

Danny Deckchair stars Rhys Ifans, Justine Clarke and Miranda Otto.

How much did Danny Deckchair make at the box office?

Danny Deckchair grossed $805,894 worldwide ($160,276 domestic, $645,618 international).

How is Danny Deckchair rated?

Danny Deckchair has 55% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does Danny Deckchair have a post-credit scene?

No. Danny Deckchair has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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