Best (2000)
Pulling no punches in its depiction of soccer legend George Best's slow descent from the heights of his Manchester United career, the man once dubbed the fifth Beatle for his glamorous lifestyle and good looks.
Director: Mary McGuckian
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 102 min
Release Date: May 10, 2000
Cast
- John Lynch - George Best
- Ian Bannen - Sir Matt Busby
- Jerome Flynn - Bobby Charlton
- Ian Hart - Nobby Stiles
- Patsy Kensit - Anna
- Cal MacAninch - Paddy
- Linus Roache - Dennis Law
- Adrian Lester - Rocky
- David Hayman - Tommy Dougherty
- James Ellis - Dickie Beal
Screenplay
Cinematography: Witold Stok
Editing: Kant Pan
Production: Best Films Ltd., IAC Film, Isle of Man Film Commission
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: it
Keywords
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More Films by Director: Mary McGuckian
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Best about?
- Pulling no punches in its depiction of soccer legend George Best's slow descent from the heights of his Manchester United career, the man once dubbed the fifth Beatle for his glamorous lifestyle and good looks.
- Who directed Best?
- Best was directed by Mary McGuckian.
- Who stars in Best?
- Best stars John Lynch, Ian Bannen, Jerome Flynn, Ian Hart, Patsy Kensit, Cal MacAninch.
- How long is Best?
- Best has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
- What genre is Best?
- Best is a Drama film.
- Where was Best produced?
- Best was produced in United Kingdom.