Kill the Irishman 2011
“The man the mob couldn't kill.”
What is Kill the Irishman?
Kill the Irishman is a 2011 film based on a true story. The film takes place in Cleveland, where a turf war is underway between two rival groups.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 106 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 10, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Anchor Bay Films, Dundee Entertainment, Code Entertainment
- Revenue
- $1,188,194
- Genres
- Action, Crime, Thriller, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10 from 712 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~106 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Anchor Bay Films, Dundee Entertainment, Code Entertainment
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Overview
Kill the Irishman is a 2011 film based on a true story. The film takes place in Cleveland, where a turf war is underway between two rival groups. The story is set during the summer of 1976, a time marked by significant events in the city. A series of explosions occur in the heart of Cleveland, with a total of thirty-six bombs detonating. This chaotic period is the backdrop for the film's narrative, which focuses on the rise of a local mob enforcer. The film chronicles the life of this individual, tracing his journey from a tough Cleveland neighborhood to his eventual position as an enforcer in the local mob. The events depicted in the film are inspired by real-life events and figures from Cleveland's history.
Should you watch it?
“A 1976 Cleveland mob war erupts with 36 bombs and a rising Irish enforcer.”
- Based on true events
- Depicts a high‑stakes mob turf war
- Shows a compelling rise from humble roots
- Intense violence and bomb scenes may be unsettling
Watch it if you enjoy gritty crime dramas set in the 1970s.
The film contains graphic violence and bomb explosions, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When does the story take place?
It is set during the summer of 1976 in Cleveland.
Who is the central figure?
The story follows Irish mobster Danny Greene.
Is the film based on real events?
Yes, it is based on a true story.
What is the main conflict?
A turf war between Danny Greene’s Irish mob and the Italian mafia, marked by a series of bombings.
What tone does the film have?
It has a gritty, violent tone reflecting the criminal underworld of the era.
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