The Long Good Friday DVD (1980) | Bob Hoskins & Helen Mirren | Early Pierce Brosnan | Dir. John Mackenzie | British Gangster Classic | New & Sealed

Experience one of the greatest British gangster films ever made with The Long Good Friday, the acclaimed 1980 crime thriller starring Bob Hoskins and Helen Mirren.

Bob Hoskins gives a career-defining performance as Harold Shand, a ruthless London gangster who is determined to transform his criminal empire into a legitimate business empire. With plans to redevelop London's Docklands and secure a major deal with American investors, Harold believes he is finally on the verge of achieving respectability.

However, when a series of mysterious bombings and killings threaten his organisation, Harold's carefully constructed plans begin to collapse. As he desperately tries to discover who is behind the attacks, his violent determination becomes increasingly dangerous.

Directed by John Mackenzie and written by Barrie Keeffe, The Long Good Friday is a landmark of British gangster cinema, featuring an outstanding supporting cast including Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Paul Freeman and Eddie Constantine.

This is the 2007 UK Starz Home Entertainment DVD release, presented in widescreen with English Dolby Digital audio. The DVD is Region 2, BBFC 18, and runs for approximately 109 minutes.

The Long Good Friday DVD – Product Details

• Film: The Long Good Friday
• Original Release: 1980
• DVD Release: 2007
• Director: John Mackenzie
• Writer: Barrie Keeffe
• Starring: Bob Hoskins, Helen Mirren, Paul Freeman, Eddie Constantine, Pierce Brosnan
• Format: DVD
• Studio: Starz Home Entertainment
• Catalogue Number: PWD4010
• EAN / Barcode: 5060020700699
• Region: Region 2
• Certificate: 18
• Running Time: Approximately 109 minutes
• Picture: 1.85:1 Widescreen
• Audio: English Dolby Digital
• Discs: 1
• Condition: New & Sealed

Classic British Gangster Film

The Long Good Friday is essential viewing for fans of British gangster films, London crime dramas, Bob Hoskins, Helen Mirren and classic British cinema.

The film's portrayal of London's criminal underworld, combined with its tense storyline and memorable performances, has made it a much-loved British crime classic.

Featuring Pierce Brosnan in one of his early film roles, the movie also provides a fascinating snapshot of London at a time when the Docklands were undergoing major change.

Buy The Long Good Friday DVD [1980] [2007] today. New, sealed and ready to add to your British film collection.