"Bull" McCabe's family has farmed a field for generations, sacrificing much in the name of the land. When the widow who owns the field decides to sell it in a public auction, McCabe knows that he must own it. While no local dare bid against him, a wealthy American decides he requires the field to build a highway. "Bull" and his son decide they must try to convince the American to let go of his ambition and return home, but the consequences of their plot prove sinister.
Richard Harris
as 'Bull' McCabe
John Hurt
as Bird' O'Donnell
Sean Bean
as Tadgh McCabe
Frances Tomelty
as Widow
Brenda Fricker
as Maggie McCabe
Ruth McCabe
as Tinker Woman
Brendan Gleeson
as Quarryman
Tom Berenger
as Peter - The American
Sean McGinley
as Father Chris Doran
Jer O'Leary
as Tinker Girl's Father
Noel O'Donovan
as Tomás
John Cowley
as Flanagan
