

A Sense of Freedom
1985, English. Directed by John Mackenzie.
They broke his body but not his spirit.
The true story of Jimmy Boyle, who was reputed to be Scotland's most violent man.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 18 October 1985
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Peter McDougall, Jimmy Boyle
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What A Sense of Freedom is based on
A Sense of Freedom is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.
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A Sense of Freedom runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
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A Sense of Freedom isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 18 October 1985. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
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If you liked A Sense of Freedom, try McVicar, Chopper, Bronson.
Who directed A Sense of Freedom?
A Sense of Freedom (1985) was directed by John Mackenzie and stars David Hayman, Bill Barclay, Martin Black.
What is A Sense of Freedom based on?
A Sense of Freedom is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.