From the best-selling and critically acclaimed novel by David Peace, 'The Damned United' is directed by Tom Hooper and stars Michael Sheen as the legendary, opinionated football manager Brian Clough. Timothy Spall stars as his right hand man, only friend, and crutch Peter Taylor. Set in 1960's and 1970's England, 'The Damned United' tells the confrontational and darkly humorous story of Brian Clough's doomed 44 day tenure as manager of the reigning champions of English football, Leeds United.
'The Damned United' Videos
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| Item | Title | Description | Duration | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watch an exclusive clip from 'The Damned United' | 00:02:02 | 18 March 2009 | |
| 2 | Interview with Michael Sheen and director, Tom Hooper | 00:02:48 | 26 March 2009 | |
| 3 | Watch a clip from 'The Damned United' | 00:01:04 | 25 March 2009 | |
| 4 | Watch a clip from 'The Damned United' | 00:00:56 | 25 March 2009 | |
| 5 | Watch the trailer for 'The Damned United' | 00:02:00 | 27 January 2009 | |
| 6 | Watch footage from the World Premiere of 'The Damned Uninted' in Leceister Square, London | 00:02:35 | 19 March 2009 |
THE DAMNED UNITED - 27 MARCH
From the best-selling and critically acclaimed novel by David Peace, 'The Damned United' is directed by Tom Hooper and stars Michael Sheen as the legendary, opinionated football manager Brian Clough. Timothy Spall stars as his right hand man, only friend, and crutch Peter Taylor. Set in 1960's and 1970's England, 'The Damned United' tells the confrontational and darkly humorous story of Brian Clough's doomed 44 day tenure as manager of the reigning champions of English football, Leeds United.
STAR PROFILE
Michael Sheen has become well known for his impersonation performances in key British films, playing Tony Blair in 'The Queen', David Frost in 'Frost/Nixon' and now Brian Clough.
DISCUSS NOW
Find out more about football manager Brian Clough and his time at Leeds United in our Sports blog written by Sky Sports presenter, Jim White.