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title: "A Sense of Freedom"
year: 1985
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-sense-of-freedom-1985"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 41554
imdb_id: "tt0194350"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 22
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Sense of Freedom (1985) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-sense-of-freedom-1985

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: A Sense of Freedom
Year: 1985
US Release Date: 10/18/1985
Genres: Crime and Drama
Runtime: 1h 25m
Subject: The true story of Jimmy Boyle, who was reputed to be Scotland's most violent man.
Basis: Based on the 1977 autobiography of Glasgow gangster Jimmy Boyle.
Director: John Mackenzie
Cast:
David Hayman (Jimmy Boyle)
Bill Barclay (Bill Martin)
Martin Black (Black)
Bobbie Dugan
Alex Norton (Malkie)
John Murtagh (Piper)
Fulton Mackay (Inspector Davidson)
Sean Scanlan (Jackie)
Jim Boyce (Sgt. Bobbie)

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | STV Player | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Mackenzie
- **Networks / Studios**: Handmade Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **David Hayman** as *Jimmy Boyle*
- **Bill Barclay** as *Bill*
- **Martin Black** as *Bobbie Dugan*
- **Alex Norton** as *Malkie*
- **John Murtagh** as *Piper*
- **Fulton Mackay** as *Inspector Davidson*
- **Sean Scanlan** as *Jackie*
- **Jim Boyce** as *Sgt. Bobbie*
- **Monica Brady** as *Sheila*
- **Jake D'Arcy** as *Robbie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Sense of Freedom online?
A Sense of Freedom is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, STV Player. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Sense of Freedom worth watching?
A Sense of Freedom holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 22 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Sense of Freedom and when was it released?
A Sense of Freedom is a feature film with a runtime of 85 minutes. It was released in 1985. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Sense of Freedom?
A Sense of Freedom was directed by John Mackenzie.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Sense of Freedom — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/41554)
- [A Sense of Freedom (1985) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/41554-a-sense-of-freedom/cast)
- [A Sense of Freedom - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Sense_of_Freedom)
- [A Sense of Freedom (1981) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0194350/fullcredits/cast)
- [A Sense of Freedom Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/a-sense-of-freedom/20004967/credits/)
- [A Sense of Freedom (1985) 평점 후기 등장인물 무료 다시보기 OTT 보는곳](https://gamsgopromocode.com/)

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