Fact-based drama chronicling Brian Clough's ill-fated 44-day tenure as boss of Leeds United in 1974, after Don Revie's departure for the job of England's manager. Following his acrimonious split from Derby County and a brief spell at Brighton & Hove Albion, Clough arrived at Elland Road on a wave of controversy, after previously being an outspoken critic of the club, and struggled to find allies among the playing staff. With Michael Sheen, Timothy Spall, Jim Broadbent and Colm Meaney.

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.