Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film
Released in 2016, Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars is a documentary film directed by Helen Hill, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. As 2015 marks a half a century since the Moors murderer was sentenced to life imprisonment, this documentary examines Ian Brady's 50 years in jail. Among the contributors are prison officers, detectives, relatives of victims, pen pals and inmates who served time with him. They reveal how Brady has shown a psychopathic lack of connection with his crimes. Arrested and charged in 1965, he’s never been considered for parole, nor has he asked to be freed.
Who’s in it. Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars stars Holly Aird as Narrator, Ian Brady, John McVicar as Ex convict and Jean Rafferty as Penpal, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars page.
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- Where can I watch Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars?
- Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars stars Holly Aird, Ian Brady, John McVicar, Jean Rafferty and Peter Topping.
- When was Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars released?
- Ian Brady: 50 Years Behind Bars was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.