The Business
“This firm will blow you away.”
Synopsis
During the '80s, a young man named Frankie dreams of escaping London's South East region, and his mother's thug of a boyfriend gives him just the opportunity. After beating up the abusive beau, Frankie runs off to Spain, where he lands a job delivering a package to the dapper Playboy Charlie, a gangster who takes him under his wing. Working as Charlie's driver, Frankie is immersed in a world of fast cars and pretty women -- but all the excess could be his undoing.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-06-14
Top Cast
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Danny Dyer
Frankie
Tamer Hassan
Charlie
Geoff Bell
Sammy
Georgina Chapman
Carly
Eddie Webber
Ronnie
Adam Bolton
Danny
Linda Henry
Shirley
Roland Manookian
Sonny
Arturo Venegas
Mayor
Camille Coduri
Nora
Martin Marquez
Pepe
Andy Linden
Joe
Sally Watkins
Mum
Eduardo Duro
Carlos
Tracy Kirby
Laura
Michael Maxwell
Jimmy
Paul Burns
The Chef
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 2, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 30, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Love
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Love
- Original Score
- Ivor Guest
- Original Title
- The Business
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Vertigo Films, Monkey Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Love
Nick Love
Ivor Guest
Damian Bromley
Stuart Gazzard
James Richardson, Jamie Macdermott, Rupert Preston, Allan Niblo
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Love
Director
Nick Love
Screenplay
James Richardson
Producer
Ivor Guest
Original Music Composer
Damian Bromley
Director of Photography
Stuart Gazzard
Editor
Jamie Macdermott
Producer
Andrew Cox
Costume Design
Allan Niblo
Producer
Glenn Marks
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Business
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What is The Business about?
During the '80s, a young man named Frankie dreams of escaping London's South East region, and his mother's thug of a boyfriend gives him just the opportunity. After beating up the abusive beau, Frankie runs off to Spain, where he lands a job delivering a package to the dapper Playboy Charlie, a gangster who takes him under his wing. Working as Charlie's driver, Frankie is immersed in a world of fast cars and pretty women -- but all the excess could be his undoing.
Who directed The Business?
The Business was directed by Nick Love.
Who stars in The Business?
The principal cast of The Business includes Danny Dyer, Tamer Hassan, Geoff Bell, Georgina Chapman, Eddie Webber.
When was The Business released and how long is it?
The Business was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Business?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Business was composed by Ivor Guest.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Business?
The Business holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).