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The General

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

May 1, 1998 2h 4m 6.7/10 (121 votes)

Originally released in 1998. The General is a crime/drama film. directed by John Boorman. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Brendan Gleeson, Adrian Dunbar, and Sean McGinley

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 1, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 2h 4m 124 minutes total
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User Rating 6.7/10 Good (121 votes)
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Box Office $1.2M Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country Ireland + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$1,214,198

Production Companies

  • Merlin Films
  • J & M
  • FΓ­s Γ‰ireann/Screen Ireland

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The General about?

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...

Who directed The General?

The General was directed by John Boorman.

How long is The General?

The General has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).

When was The General released?

The General was released on May 1, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The General?

The main cast of The General includes Brendan Gleeson, Adrian Dunbar, Sean McGinley, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Angeline Ball.

Is The General worth watching?

The General has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 121 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.