

By the time he's ready to kill you, its an act of mercy.
In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament.
Villain (1971) is a crime, drama, and thriller film directed by Michael Tuchner. It stars Richard Burton, Ian McShane, and Nigel Davenport. The film runs for 1 hour 38 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.1 out of 10 from 48 votes.

Richard Burton
Vic Dakin

Ian McShane
Wolfe Lissner

Nigel Davenport
Bob Matthews

Donald Sinden
Gerald Draycott

Fiona Lewis
Venetia

T. P. McKenna
Frank Fletcher

Joss Ackland
Edgar Lowis

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Villain stars Richard Burton, Ian McShane, Nigel Davenport, and Donald Sinden, and was directed by Michael Tuchner.
Villain has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes.
Villain was released in 1971.
Villain is a crime, drama, and thriller film.
Villain holds an average audience score of 6.1 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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