United

"The true story of how the world's most popular team rose from the ashes"

Apr 24 2011 PG-13 1h 34m
Drama, History, Sport

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.

Plot

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.

Written by

Chris Chibnall

Directed by

James Strong

Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

World Productions, Lipsync Productions

Languages

English, Deutsch

Awards

3 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
13,829
Average Rating
7.3 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA