Little Britain’s Matt Lucas and Oscar-winner Olivia Colman also star in the film

Those interested in taking part are required to have some “knowledge of playing hurling and must be able to bring boots.This is urgent,” a spokesperson said.

The 2000 GT-R will be sold in a dedicated, standalone auction

The nominations for this year's Academy Awards were announced on Tuesday afternoon

The cast included the Academy Award winner Brenda Fricker, the late Tony Chambers, Niall Tobin, Cyril Cusack and Mike Lally.

Irish Wish will be shot in Dublin, Wicklow, Westport, Knock airport and other locations across Ireland during September