The General
The extraordinary true story of the rise and fall of the gangster, Martin Cahill.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The General
- Genres: Crime, Drama
- Release Date: 1998-05-01
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 6.7/10 (115 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $1,214,198
- Production Companies: Merlin Films, J & M, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.1448
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Brendan Gleeson
as Martin Cahill
Adrian Dunbar
as Noel Curley
Sean McGinley
as Gary
Maria Doyle Kennedy
as Frances
Angeline Ball
as Tina
Jon Voight
as Inspector Ned Kenny
Eanna MacLiam
as Jimmy
Tom Murphy
as Willie Byrne
John Cronin
as Aiden
Paul Hickey
as Anthony
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Trailers & Clips
The General Trailer 1998
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The General?▼
The General is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1998-05-01.
Who are the main actors in The General?▼
The main cast includes Brendan Gleeson, Adrian Dunbar, Sean McGinley, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Angeline Ball, .
Where can I watch The General online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The General is available.
Is The General based on a true story?▼
The extraordinary true story of the rise and fall of the gangster, Martin Cahill.
What is the IMDb rating of The General?▼
The General has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 115 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The General?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $1,214,198 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The General?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Merlin Films, J & M, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The General filmed?▼
The General was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The General?▼
The total runtime of The General is 124 minutes.
Is The General suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The General?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The General.
Does The General have a post-credit scene?▼
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