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Doc Martin fans won’t want to miss this new West Country-set British movie with Martin Clunes

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Fans of the show “Doc Martin” should be on the lookout for a fresh British film set in the West Country, featuring Martin Clunes in the leading role.

Mother’s Pride is a narrative that explores the struggles of a local tavern in a fractured society, and it hails from the creators of Fisherman’s Friends.

As suggested by the summary, the upcoming comedy revolves around a family dealing with grief, who undergo significant changes as they dive into crafting their own beer and compete in the prestigious Great British Beer Awards.

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Nick Moorcroft, one of the writers from the original Fisherman’s Friends movie and director of its sequel, will be in charge of this project and will collaborate on the script with Meg Leonard, who also contributed to both films as a writer and co-directed its sequel.

In a different wording, James Spring, well-known from the movie “Fisherman’s Friends,” is serving as the producer. On the other hand, Fred Films, known for titles like “Patrick,” “Blithe Spirit,” and “Finding Your Feet,” is handling the production. Lastly, Entertainment Film Distributors, who have previously distributed movies such as “Midsommar,” “Lion,” and “Together,” are set to distribute the film titled “Mother’s Pride.

In 2022, upon the announcement of the new movie, Moorcroft characterized it as a heartfelt tribute to family, neighborhood, local beer, and Britain’s overlooked rural customs. He shared that the idea for the project stemmed from the close call their own community pub had with disappearing.

Pubs play a vital role in communities by fostering connections among people. This is even more crucial during times like COVID, as they help combat feelings of loneliness and social isolation. However, during our location scouting, we’ve been visiting pubs that have been vacant for two years and won’t reopen. Each one holds a rich history and cherished memories. It’s truly heartbreaking.”

[He said this to The Guardian]

Leonard elaborated that because of COVID-19, the losses were especially impactful at a time when everyone is yearning for human interaction. He emphasized, “This is why our movie seems significant and necessary to produce right now.

As she shared her personal motivations, the screenwriter reminisced: “I spent my childhood in a secluded farming village nestled among the mountains of mid-Wales. The area was quite isolated and rural. A single pub served as a social hub where people would gather, as there were few other places for them to meet, except perhaps at church.

The well-being of our community relies on the opportunity for its members to gather. This gathering place served as a vital lifeline. Facing its potential shutdown, the community banded together and purchased the local pub instead.

As a dedicated gamer, let me tell you about this unique pub in Somerset. For a long time, someone incredibly brave kept it running, but once COVID-19 hit and lockdowns were enforced, they decided to hang up their gaming controller, effectively closing the establishment.

He commented: “During the lockdown, it has been the last straw for many businesses that were already struggling to survive.

Who is in Mother’s Pride?

Alongside Clunes as Mick, Mother’s Pride also packs an impressive wider cast, including:

– James Buckley from “The Inbetweeners” plays the character Jake.
– Jonno Davies, known for “Better Man,” portrays Cal.
– Gabriella Wilde of “Poldark” takes on the role of Abi.
– Mark Addy from “Game of Thrones” is cast as Paxman.
– Lana Moorcroft in “Fisherman’s Friends: One and All” acts as Romy.
– Luke Treadaway of “Lockwood & Co” assumes the character Pritchard.
– Miles Jupp, who starred in “The Full Monty,” portrays Jeremy.
– Lola-Rose Maxwell from “Starstruck” plays Dawn.
– Josie Lawrence of “A Clever Woman” acts as Edith.
– Karl Collins from “Spent” is cast as Wilf.
– Stephen Leask in “Silo” portrays Harry.
– Emily Lloyd-Saini, known for “Code 404,” plays the character Amy.

When will Mother’s Pride be released?

Fans can look forward to catching “Mother’s Pride” on the big screen as early as September 26, 2025. The production was concluded in 2024, with filming taking place in Somerset and Wiltshire.

Mother’s Pride will be released in UK cinemas on 26 September.

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2025-06-11 13:49

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