Villain 2020
“Crime runs in the blood.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Director
- Philip Barantini
- Network
- Ascendant Films
- Where to Stream
- YouTube Free, Google Play Movies, YouTube
What is Villain?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Villain" (2020). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 28, 2020
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Ascendant Films
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Action
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.6/10 from 45 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~97 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Ascendant Films
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Villain" (2020).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No inventions, guesses, or omissions of details not in the text.
Constraint 3: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be 150-190 words.
Title: Villain (2020)
Release Date: 02/28/2020 (GB)
Genres: Crime, Drama, Action / British action crime drama
Runtime: 1h 37m
Director: Philip Barantini (feature directorial debut)
Starring: Craig Fairbrass
Plot: Eddie Franks is out of prison after 10 years and trying to stay on the straight and narrow. His brother, Sean, is a drug-mule. Rival gangster brothers demand Sean repay a debt, causing Eddie to get caught in the crossfire. Eddie uses his life savings to call in favors with mobster friends to help.
Reception: Generally positive reviews; critics choice in The New York Times; reached number seven in the US iTunes movie chart.
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“A gripping exploration of crime and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Villain worth watching?
Villain holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 45 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Villain and when was it released?
Villain is a feature film with a runtime of 97 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.
Who directed Villain?
Villain was directed by Philip Barantini.
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