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Tom Hardy’s ‘outstanding’ crime drama Legend is now streaming for free on the BBC

Tom Hardy’s ‘outstanding’ crime drama Legend is now streaming for free on the BBC

Published by Daniella Wilson

Calling all Tom Hardy fans! The BBC has added Legend to its roster of movies, and it’s definitely worth a spot on your watchlist if you love gangster or crime dramas.  Originally airing in 2015, the London-set movie explores the true story of the Kray twins, who operated in organised crime throughout the late 1950s until their arrest in the late 1960s.  Directed by Brian Helgeland (A Knight’s Tale, L.A. Confidential), the drama sees Tom take on a dual role as both Reggie and Ronnie Kray, alongside Emily Browning, David Thewlis, Christopher Eccleston and Taron Egerton.  If you’re a huge fan of Tom Hardy and have yet to see Legend, now is the time. Not only did Tom’s leading performance earn him a British Independent Film Award for Best Actor, but it is also considered one of his most impressive roles to date.  Intrigued? Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about Legend, which is available to watch on BBC iPlayer for the next 28 days.  What is Legend about? Adapted from …

Tom Hardy looks so much like his 18-year-old son in uncanny red carpet pictures

Tom Hardy looks so much like his 18-year-old son in uncanny red carpet pictures

Published by Daniella Wilson

Tom Hardy is one of the UK’s most successful actors, having taken on a wide range of roles over the years, including Venom, MobLand, Legend, Mad Max: Fury Road, Peaky Blinders and The Revenant. Despite his fame, Tom, 48, keeps his family life largely private. While he has appeared on red carpets with his wife, actress Charlotte Riley, 44, the couple rarely share details about their life with their two children. © Alamy Stock PhotoTom and Charlotte have been married since 2014 While Tom’s two youngest children have never been seen in public, the actor also has an 18-year-old son, Louis Thomas Hardy, whom he shares with his ex-girlfriend Rachael Speed. The teenager made a rare public appearance in October 2024, attending the premiere of Venom: The Last Dance to support his father. Wearing an all-denim outfit, Louis drew attention from fans, many of whom pointed out his striking resemblance to a young Tom. © Gareth Cattermole/PA Images/Getty ImagesLouis looks just like his dad WATCH: Meet Tom Hardy’s Family What has Tom said about Louis? In …

Tom Hardy’s “captivating” crime thriller branded a “must-see” is on TV tonight

Tom Hardy’s “captivating” crime thriller branded a “must-see” is on TV tonight

Published by Sam Flores

If you’re looking to add a bit of excitement to your Monday, then you’re in luck as Tom Hardy‘s “captivating” crime thriller The Drop is on TV tonight (30 March). The movie, which was released back in 2014, will be airing on Film4 at 10.50pm. Set in Brooklyn, The Drop follows quiet barman Bob Saginowski (Hardy), whose establishment is frequently used by the mafia to conduct their shady deals. 20th Century Studios Related: Netflix is removing Tom Hardy’s “brilliant” must-see drama very soon Bob finds himself in the middle of a dangerous investigation when the bar gets robbed by masked intruders one day. With the angry mobsters breathing down his neck, how far will Bob go to recover the stolen money? Directed by Michaël R Roskam, the thriller stars Jack Ryan’s Noomi Rapace, The Danish Girl’s Matthias Schoenaerts, Fast & Furious’ John Ortiz and Orange Is the New Black’s Elizabeth Rodriguez. The Sopranos’ James Gandolfini also appears posthumously, as The Drop was released following his death in 2013. As well as airing on TV, The …

Netflix viewers must watch Tom Hardy’s ‘masterpiece’ drama with 84 per cent Rotten Tomatoes rating before it leaves

Netflix viewers must watch Tom Hardy’s ‘masterpiece’ drama with 84 per cent Rotten Tomatoes rating before it leaves

Published by Daniella Wilson

Netflix viewers have just a short time left to watch Tom Hardy’s acclaimed sports drama Warrior before it leaves the platform next month. The 2011 film, which stars Tom Hardy alongside Joel Edgerton, Nick Nolte and Frank Grillo, is set to be removed from the streaming platform on 14 April.  Directed by Gavin O’Connor, the film tells the story of two estranged brothers who enter a high-stakes mixed martial arts tournament, only to find themselves forced into both physical and emotional confrontation.  Since its release, Warrior has earned a strong critical reputation, holding an 84 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes and building a loyal following among fans of the genre.  One fan wrote: “A hidden gem. One of the greatest sports films of all time.” Another said: “Warrior is an unbelievably effective film, not just because it’s emotionally rich, but because it doesn’t treat the MMA sport like a joke.” A third review read: “Dotted with emotional honesty and strong storytelling that you only find in truly special movies.”  Tom Hardy in Warrior Another viewer …