Essex Boys

A grim, tense descent into criminal ambition and betrayal, with a cold, gritty atmosphere that keeps you uneasy throughout.

Directed by

Terry Winsor

Genres

Crime, Thriller

Starring

Sean Bean, Charlie Creed-Miles, Alex Kingston

Tagline

Some lines should never be crossed.

Overview

Billy has just scored an entry-level position with the local crime cartel. His first job is to mind Jason, a newly released thug with a vicious temper. Jason thinks it's his job to teach Billy about crime, drugs and women. Little does he know that Billy has his eyes on Jason's own wife, Lisa. When an ecstasy deal goes bad, Jason vows revenge on the boss, while Billy looks to take out Jason. Before long, bodies start turning up

How it feels

Dark, tense, cynical and bleak. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Crime, betrayal, ambition, violence

Content

Strong violence and language. Mild gore and sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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