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Quad poster is for the
1977 British crime film Sweeney!, a cinematic spin-off of the popular ITV police drama television series The Sweeney (1975–1978).
Film Overview
The movie stars the original TV leads, John Thaw as Detective Inspector Jack Regan and Dennis Waterman as Detective Sergeant George Carter. Directed by David Wickes, the plot follows the hard-bitten pair as they become embroiled in a deadly political scandal involving the British government, energy deals, and a series of murders.
Key Facts
Poster Artist: The detailed, colorful artwork for this original UK quad poster was created by Frank Langford.
Title Meaning: The title "The Sweeney" is derived from "Sweeney Todd," which is Cockney rhyming slang for the "Flying Squad" (the Metropolitan Police's elite mobile unit).
Legacy: The film was successful enough to warrant a sequel, Sweeney 2, released in 1978. The franchise was later rebooted with a 2012 film starring Ray Winstone and Ben Drew. |
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