U Be Dead (2009): Cast & Plot
U Be Dead is a 2009 drama thriller directed by Jamie Payne, starring Michael Elwyn as Prof. Wojciech Falkowski, Tara Fitzgerald and John McArdle. It runs 2 hours.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Director
- Jamie Payne
- Original language
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English - Studio
- ITV
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is U Be Dead About?
The premise of U Be Dead without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A doctor and his girlfriend are stalked by a woman who claims to be in love with him. Meanwhile, the man falls in love with a younger woman. Based on a true story
U Be Dead Themes & Keywords
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U Be Dead Cast & Characters
Michael Elwyn leads the cast as Prof. Wojciech Falkowski, with Tara Fitzgerald as Debra Pemberton and John McArdle as Brian Pemberton. Directed by Jamie Payne; 23 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jamie Payne
- Michael Elwyn as Prof. Wojciech Falkowski
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Tara Fitzgerald as Debra Pemberton - John McArdle as Brian Pemberton
- Jan Francis as Irene Pemberton
Also Starring in U Be Dead
· 19 more- Monica Dolan Maria Marchese
- Lucy Griffiths Bethan Ancell
- David Morrissey Dr. Jan Falkowski
- Pip Torrens Mr. Higginson
- Guy Henry Stephen Perrian
- Alexis Zegerman Gemma
- Dearbhla Molloy Dr. Bernice Falkowska
- Alex Lowe Drew Langdon
- Richard Lumsden DI Steven Thorpe
- David Kennedy DS Malcolm Davies
- Lucy Robinson Kay Scudder
- Kate Steavenson-Payne Jan's Secretary
- Susannah Wise Laura
- Thomas Craig DC Lee Rutter
- Sean Blowers DC Simon Nation
- Paul Bridle Uniformed PC
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- Damian Falkowski David Groves
- Simon Snashall DC Foggy Horne
- Lucas Hare Duty Solicitor
More from Jamie Payne
More films directed by Jamie Payne, best-rated first: Luther: The Fallen Sun, Doctor Who: The Time of the Doctor, Child of Mine and Rough Magik.
U Be Dead Plot Summary
What happens in U Be Dead from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
A psychiatrist Dr Jan Falkowski and his fiancée Debra Pemberton are mysteriously stalked and harassed by a woman they have never met who insists she is in love with Falkowski. The relentless messages travel through text and anonymous calls, reaching not only the couple but also their colleagues and even the wedding caterer. Debra begins to fear for her safety as the threats grow darker, with claims that if they proceed with the wedding, she will be burnt and shot. The emotional strain fractures their relationship, and the engagement is eventually called off, though the danger is far from over.
Full summary
The whole story of U Be Dead, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know U Be Dead?
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 Dr Jan Falkowski's profession?
U Be Dead Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Número oculto” and “Du bist tot”.
- Also known as
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- Número oculto
- Du bist tot
- Výhrůžky smrtí
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U Be Dead FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of U Be Dead, each answered in a sentence.
How long is U Be Dead?
U Be Dead runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was U Be Dead released?
U Be Dead was released on July 5, 2009.
Who directed U Be Dead?
U Be Dead was directed by Jamie Payne.
More films by Jamie Payne Who is in the cast of U Be Dead?
U Be Dead stars Michael Elwyn as Prof. Wojciech Falkowski, Tara Fitzgerald as Debra Pemberton and John McArdle as Brian Pemberton, among 23 credited actors.
Does U Be Dead have a post-credit scene?
No. U Be Dead has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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