The General (1998)

05/01/1998 (IE) • 2h 4m

Crime, Drama

The extraordinary true story of the rise and fall of the gangster, Martin Cahill.

Overview

The real-life story of Dublin folk hero and criminal Martin Cahill, who pulled off two daring robberies in Ireland with his team, but attracted unwanted attention from the police, the I.R.A., the U.V.F., and members of his own team.

Top Billed Cast


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

$1,214,198.00

Keywords

robbery

gangster

based on true story

ira (irish republican army)

ireland

police reporter

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