The Krays
“When people are afraid of you... you can do anything. Remember that.”
Synopsis
Twins Ronnie and Reggie Kray are raised in east London, under the influence of their hateful but doting mother Violet. As they grow up, Ronnie's violent nature takes over, and Reggie follows his brother's lead. The two become notorious crime lords who rule over the East End club scene. But at the height of their power, the brothers veer into different lives, giving the older crime bosses a chance to reclaim what the Krays took from them.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Krays Q&A with Martin and Gary Kemp | BFIOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2015-11-18
Top Cast
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Gary Kemp
Ronald Kray
Martin Kemp
Reggie Kray
Billie Whitelaw
Violet Kray
Tom Bell
Jack 'The Hat' McVitie
Susan Fleetwood
Rose
Charlotte Cornwell
May
Kate Hardie
Frances
Avis Bunnage
Helen
Alfred Lynch
Charlie Kray Snr
Gary Love
Steve
Steven Berkoff
George Cornell
Jimmy Jewel
Cannonball Lee
John McEnery
Eddie Pellam
Philip Bloomfield
Charlie Pellam
Sadie Frost
Sharon Pellam
Barbara Ferris
Mrs. Lawson
Victor Spinetti
Mr. Lawson
Brian Nickels
Frank
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$62.3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Medak
- Screenplay & Story
- Philip Ridley
- Original Score
- Michael Kamen
- Original Title
- The Krays
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Worldwide Gross
- $62.3M
- Production Studios
- Fugitive Features, Parkfield Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Medak
Philip Ridley
Michael Kamen
Alex Thomson
Martin Walsh
Ray Burdis, Paul Cowan
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Medak
Director
Alex Thomson
Director of Photography
Ray Burdis
Producer
Philip Ridley
Writer
Lindy Hemming
Costume Design
Paul Cowan
Producer
Michael Kamen
Original Music Composer
Martin Walsh
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Krays
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Krays about?
Twins Ronnie and Reggie Kray are raised in east London, under the influence of their hateful but doting mother Violet. As they grow up, Ronnie's violent nature takes over, and Reggie follows his brother's lead. The two become notorious crime lords who rule over the East End club scene. But at the height of their power, the brothers veer into different lives, giving the older crime bosses a chance to reclaim what the Krays took from them.
Who directed The Krays?
The Krays was directed by Peter Medak.
Who stars in The Krays?
The principal cast of The Krays includes Gary Kemp, Martin Kemp, Billie Whitelaw, Tom Bell, Susan Fleetwood.
When was The Krays released and how long is it?
The Krays was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
How much did The Krays make at the box office?
The Krays grossed $62.3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Krays?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Krays was composed by Michael Kamen.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Krays?
The Krays holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).