Villain

Villain

By the time he's ready to kill you, its an act of mercy.

197198 min6.1 / 10

A gritty 1970s neo-noir about a ruthless London gangster's inevitable downfall, driven by institutional power and personal corruption.

In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament.

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