Deacon Brodie

Name: Deacon Brodie
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Released: 1997
Duration: 90 min
Rating: 9.5
Cast: Billy Connolly, Simon Donald, Ewen Bremner, Lorcan Cranitch, Patrick Malahide

1997

1h 30min

9.5

Drama

TV Movie

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Overview

Drama based on the true story of Deacon Brodie one of Scotland's most notorious criminals. In 1788 Deacon Brodie a master cabinet maker and town councillor is a rogue and a hedonist. He steals money but gives it back. He attempts to steal a fortune from the city's Customs and Excise office but the attempt fails and he is caught. There is a widely-publicised trial and he is sentenced to death to be hanged on the gallows he designed.

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Who directed Deacon Brodie?

Deacon Brodie was directed by Philip Saville.

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How long is Deacon Brodie?

Deacon Brodie runs for 1h 30min, and was released in 1997.

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