Sweeney!

Sweeney!

The roughest, toughest men from London's greatest crime squad smash their way onto the big screen!

1977 · 97 min · ★ 6.7 · Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

When one of Regan's snouts complains that his girlfriend's recent suicide was murder, the flying squad detective feels compelled to investigate. He uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the heart of the government, and finds himself fitted up, suspended and under the scrutiny of Special Branch.

Directed by David Wickes · Written by Ranald Graham

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