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Third Star (2010): Cast, Box Office & Plot

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Third Star is a 2010 drama directed by Hattie Dalton, starring Benedict Cumberbatch as James, Tom Burke and JJ Feild. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes and earned $14,586 worldwide.

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Third Star (2010) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 32m (92 min)
Director
Hattie Dalton
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Third Star About?

The premise of Third Star without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

James and his three closest lifelong friends embark on an ill‑advised trip to the breathtaking Barafundle Bay on the West Wales coast. Their misadventures become a heartfelt, humorous journey that explores the bonds of friendship, unexpected acts of heroism and the complexities of love.

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Cast & crew

Third Star Cast & Characters

Benedict Cumberbatch leads the cast as James, with Tom Burke as Davy and JJ Feild as Miles. Directed by Hattie Dalton; 10 actors are credited in all.

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Plot

Third Star Plot Summary

What happens in Third Star from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

On what he treats as his 29th and final birthday, James—a young man grappling with terminal cancer—sets out on a last hiking trip with his three closest friends: Davy, Bill, and Miles. Their destination is James’s favorite retreat, Barafundle Bay, tucked along the rugged Pembrokeshire coast, a place that promises quiet moments and the chance to savor what remains of life.

Full summary

The whole story of Third Star, scene by scene

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Box office

Third Star Box Office

Third Star grossed $14,586 worldwide.

2010 box office

Worldwide gross

$14.6K

International
$14.6K
Videos

Third Star Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Third Star.

Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Third Star?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is the name of the beach where the friends intend to reach?

Details

Third Star Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “Tercera estrella” and “Третя зірка”.

Also known as
  • Tercera estrella
  • Третя зірка
  • Третья звезда
  • הכוכב השלישי
  • Třetí hvězda
  • Utolsó Utazás
  • Trzecia gwiazda
  • 第三颗星
  • 써드 스타
  • Trečioji žvaigždė
  • Troisième étoile à droite
  • Terceira Estrela
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  • Üçüncü Yıldız

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Third Star FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Third Star?

Third Star runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was Third Star released?

Third Star was released on June 1, 2010.

Who directed Third Star?

Third Star was directed by Hattie Dalton.

Who is in the cast of Third Star?

Third Star stars Benedict Cumberbatch as James, Tom Burke as Davy and JJ Feild as Miles, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Third Star make at the box office?

Third Star grossed $14,586 worldwide.

Does Third Star have a post-credit scene?

No. Third Star has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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