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They love me for what I'm not... ...they hate me for what I am. - The Damned United
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Title: The Damned United

Release Date: 27 Mar 2009

Runtime: 1h 37m

Genre: Drama, History

Director: BBC Film, Screen Yorkshire, Left Bank Pictures, Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Classics

Production Companies: BBC Film, Screen Yorkshire, Left Bank Pictures, Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Classics

Overview: Taking over Leeds United, Brian Clough's abrasive approach and his clear dislike of the players' dirty style of play make it certain there is going to be friction. Glimpses of his earlier career help explain both his hostility to previous manager Don Revie and how much he is missing right-hand man Peter Taylor.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.2 (640 votes)

Cast

  • Brian Clough: Michael Sheen
  • Peter Taylor: Timothy Spall
  • Don Revie: Colm Meaney
  • Sam Longson: Jim Broadbent
  • Jimmy Gordon: Maurice Roëves
  • Billy Bremner: Stephen Graham
  • Manny Cossins: Henry Goodman
  • Austin Mitchell: Mark Bazeley
  • Colin Todd: Giles Alderson
  • John O'Hare: Martin Compston
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