The Krays (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1990, The Krays is a drama, crime and history film directed by Peter Medak, running about 119 minutes. “When people are afraid of you... you can do anything. Remember that.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Krays is a film based on the lives and crimes of the British gangsters Ronald and Reginald Kray, twins who are often referred to as The Krays and were active in London in the 1960s.
Who’s in it. The Krays stars Gary Kemp as Ronald Kray, Martin Kemp as Reggie Kray, Billie Whitelaw as Violet Kray and Tom Bell as Jack 'The Hat' McVitie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Krays has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema and rent or buy it from Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Krays page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Krays tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Krays (1990)?
- In GB, The Krays is available to stream on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema, and rent or buy from Sky Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Krays worth watching?
- The Krays holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Krays?
- The Krays stars Gary Kemp, Martin Kemp, Billie Whitelaw, Tom Bell and Susan Fleetwood.
- When was The Krays released?
- The Krays was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.