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United is a British television film directed by James Strong and written by Chris Chibnall. It is based on the true story of Manchester United's "Busby Babes" and the aftermath of the 1958 Munich air disaster, with the film's events taking place between August 1956 and May 1958.
- Drama
Apr 24, 2011 · United: Directed by James Strong. With Dean Andrews, Kate Ashfield, Natalie Burt, David Calder. 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 their number.
- (13K)
- Drama, History, Sport
- James Strong
- 2011-04-24
In 1958, an airplane crash claims the lives of eight members of the Manchester United soccer team.
- (412)
- James Strong
- PG-13
- David Tennant
United. Based on the true story of Manchester United's celebrated "Busby Babes", the youngest side ever to win the Football League, and the 1958 Munich air crash that claimed eight of their number. This moving drama tells the poignant yet inspirational tale of a team and a community that turned tragedy into triumph.
After a plane crash claims the lives of eight young players, the Manchester United football squad and its grieving community struggle to move on. Watch trailers & learn more.
Overview. 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.