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The Damned United

The Damned United

Description: Brian Clough aims to be better than his predecessor, Don Revie; the rivalry dating back to 1968 causes Clough to make rash choices, which costs him his post after 44 days of becoming Leeds's coach.
Genre: Sport, Drama
Year Released: 2009
Initial Release: March 27, 2009 (United Kingdom)
Director: Tom Hooper
Story By: David Peace
Nominations: Best Sports Movie ESPY Award, MORE
Screenplay: David Peace, Peter Morgan

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