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United
“The true story of how the world's most popular team rose from the ashes”
6.9 / 10• 2011• 1h 31m•PG-13• English
DramaHistory
Storyline
United is based on the true story of Manchester United's legendary "Busby Babes", the youngest side ever to win the Football League and the 1958 Munich Air Crash that claimed eight of the their number. The film draws on first-hand interviews with the survivors and their families to tell the inspirational story of a team and community overcoming terrible tragedy.
Cast & Crew
Dean Andrews
Bert Whalley
Lead
Kate Ashfield
Alma George
Natalie Burt
Marion Bent
David Calder
Harold Hardman
Sam Claflin
Duncan Edwards
Werner Daehn
Professor Maurer
Shirley Dixon
Mrs Watson
JD
John Draycott
Journalist
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. James Strong's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. United is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
