Prior's Land in Limerick in County Limerick, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)

Richard Harris in This Sporting Life

(1963)

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

1. This Sporting Life (1963) Marker

Inscription. This film, a recognised classic, tells the story of the harsh life and realities of a professional rugby footballer in England. His powerful performance in the leading role as Frank Machen, launched a remarkable debut and won for Richard Harris international acclaim and a Best Actor Oscar Nomination.

Erected 2007.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1963.

Location. 52° 39.805′ N, 8° 37.66′ W. Marker is in Limerick, Munster, in County Limerick. It is in Prior's Land. It can be reached from Bedford Row near O'Connell Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 5 Bedford Row, Limerick, Munster V94 X8P2, Ireland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Ancient East.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

on the Island of Ireland,

on the Celtic Fringe,

in the European Union,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Richard Harris in The Field (here, next to this marker); Richard Harris playing King Arthur in Camelot (here, next to this marker); Richard Harris in Gladiator (here, next to this marker); St. Augustine's Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Terry Wogan (about 180 meters away, measured in a direct line); Number 44 O’Connell Street (about 210 meters away); Cuimhneachán 1916 / The 1916 Memorial (about 240 meters away); a different marker also named Cuimhneachán 1916 / The 1916 Memorial (about 240 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Limerick.

Also see . . . This Sporting Life (Wikipedia).

This Sporting Life is a 1963 British kitchen sink drama film directed by Lindsay Anderson, and adapted by David Storey from his 1960 novel. It stars Richard Harris, Rachel Roberts, William Hartnell, and Alan Badel. Harris, in his first starring role, portrays a rugby league footballer in Wakefield, a mining city in Yorkshire, whose romantic life is not as successful as his sporting life. The film opened at the Odeon
2007 bronze by Jim Connolly, photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

2. Richard Harris Statue
A statue of Irish actor Richard Harris stands in central Limerick. This plaque is located next to the statue's left foot.
Leicester Square in London's West End on 7 February 1963. Though a commercial failure, it was a critical success. At the 1963 Cannes Film Festival, the film was nominated for the Palme d'Or and Harris won the Best Actor Award.

(Submitted on May 19, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

Richard Harris as Frank Machin image. Click for full size.

Bronze bas-relief photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

3. Richard Harris as Frank Machin

Credits. This page was last revised on June 29, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 19, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 21 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 19, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.