Taking over Leeds United, Brian Clough's abrasive approach and his clear dislike of the players' dirty style of play make it certain there is going to be friction. Glimpses of his earlier career help explain both his hostility to previous manager Don Revie and how much he is missing right-hand man Peter Taylor.
Michael Sheen
as Brian Clough
Timothy Spall
as Peter Taylor
Colm Meaney
as Don Revie
Jim Broadbent
as Sam Longson
Maurice Roëves
as Jimmy Gordon
Stephen Graham
as Billy Bremner
Henry Goodman
as Manny Cossins
Mark Bazeley
as Austin Mitchell
Giles Alderson
as Colin Todd
Martin Compston
as John O'Hare
David Roper
as Sam Bolton
Jimmy Reddington
as Keith Archer
