Legend (2015)
Twin brothers violently seize control of London's underworld, leaving a trail of pulpy, atmospheric crime.
Suave, charming and volatile, Reggie Kray and his unstable twin brother Ronnie start to leave their mark on the London underworld in the 1960s. Using violence to get what they want, the siblings orchestrate robberies and murders while running nightclubs and protection rackets. With police Detective Leonard "Nipper" Read hot on their heels, the brothers continue their rapid rise to power and achieve tabloid notoriety.
How intense is Legend?
Legend is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Legend feels like
- Tone
- grittypulpysuspensefulatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Legend
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Legend for you?
Is Legend scary?
Only a little. Legend has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Legend gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Legend sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Legend OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Legend?
Legend runs 2h 12m.
Where can I stream Legend?
Legend is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Legend have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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