Spud (2010): Cast, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
Spud is a 2010 comedy drama directed by Donovan Marsh, starring Troye Sivan as John 'Spud' Milton, Sven Ruygrok and John Cleese. It is based on Spud by John van de Ruit. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $2.4 million worldwide. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- Donovan Marsh
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Rogue Star Films
- Based on
- Spud by John van de Ruit
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Spud About?
The premise of Spud without spoilers, adapted from Spud by John van de Ruit. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 1990 South Africa, as Mandela’s release approaches, Spud Milton begins his first year at an elite all‑boys boarding school in KwaZulu‑Natal on a scholarship. The boy must fit in with nicknamed classmates—Gecko, Rambo, Rain Man and Mad Dog—while dealing with a paranoid father and his mother. Amid the chaos he takes uncertain steps toward adulthood.
Where to Watch Spud
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Spud Cast & Characters
Troye Sivan leads the cast as John 'Spud' Milton, with Sven Ruygrok as Rambo and John Cleese as Mr. 'The Guv' Edly. Directed by Donovan Marsh; 17 actors are credited in all.
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Director Donovan Marsh
- Troye Sivan as John 'Spud' Milton
- Sven Ruygrok as Rambo
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John Cleese as Mr. 'The Guv' Edly - Genna Blair as Mermaid - Debbie
Also Starring in Spud
· 13 more- Charlbi Dean Amanda
- Jamie Royal Henry 'Gecko' Barker
- Alex McGregor Christine
- Jason Cope Sparerib - Mr. Wilson
- Tanit Phoenix Eve - Mrs. Wilson
- Julie Summers Mrs Milton
- Byron Langley Simon Brown
- Brenda Ngxoli Innocence
- Tom Burne Vern 'Rain Main' Blackadder (as Thomas Burne)
- Travis Hornsby Boggo
- Blessing Xaba Fatty
- Aaron McIlroy Mr Milton
- Josh Goddard Charlie 'Mad Dog' Hooper
Spud Plot Summary
What happens in Spud from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Set in South Africa around the moment of Nelson Mandela’s release, the film follows 14-year-old John Milton [Troye Sivan] as he begins his first year at Michaelhouse, a prestigious boarding school for boys. Fresh and unsure of where he fits, he quickly earns the nickname “Spud” from his peers because puberty hasn’t yet arrived, and he finds himself among eight boys in his dorm who become a tight group, known as the Crazy Eight. The social mix is tough, and Spud’s attempts to belong are tested by a school culture that prizes status, loyalty, and bravado.
Full summary
The whole story of Spud, scene by scene
Spud Box Office
Spud grossed $2.4 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$2.4M
- International
- $2.4M
Spud Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Spud (2010) Trailer | Pinnacle Films
How Well Do You Know Spud?
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 nickname does John Milton receive when he first arrives at the boarding school?
Cars in Spud
4 cars on screen, including the 1995 Dacia Cristal and the 1966 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I.
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1995 Dacia Cristal Main role -
1966 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I Minor role -
Tata unknown Minor role -
1971 Mercedes-Benz SL R107 Background role
Spud Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “马铃薯” and “Spud Miltons galna äventyr”.
- Also known as
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- 马铃薯
- Spud Miltons galna äventyr
- ספאד
- Spud Milton: Med Ørerne I Maskinen
- Спъд
- Малёк
Seen Spud?
Spud FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Spud, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Spud?
Spud runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Spud released?
Spud was released on December 3, 2010.
Who directed Spud?
Spud was directed by Donovan Marsh.
More films by Donovan Marsh Who is in the cast of Spud?
Spud stars Troye Sivan as John 'Spud' Milton, Sven Ruygrok as Rambo and John Cleese as Mr. 'The Guv' Edly, among 17 credited actors.
Where can I watch Spud?
In the US, Spud is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Spud make at the box office?
Spud grossed $2.4 million worldwide.
Is Spud based on a book?
Yes. Spud is adapted from Spud by John van de Ruit.
Does Spud have a post-credit scene?
No. Spud has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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