Bobby Charlton

Bobby Charlton

Born: October 11, 1937
Died: October 21, 2023
in Ashington, Northumberland, England, UK
Sir Robert “Bobby” Charlton CBE (11 October 1937 – 21 October 2023) was an English professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder, central midfielder, and left winger. Widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, he was a member of the England team that won the 1966 FIFA World Cup, the year he also won the Ballon d'Or.

Movies for Bobby Charlton...

Bobby Charlton – Legend
Title: Bobby Charlton – Legend
Released: December 4, 2023
Type: Movie
Bobby Charlton was England's most successful football player and greatest ever sportsman. The star of the 1966 World Cup winning team, the captain of the first English team to win the European Cup, a truly great ambassador for the sport. He died in October 2023 and was universally lauded. Features highlights from his life via the Munich air tragedy to becoming a genuine global legend.
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Sir Bobby Charlton: The First Gentleman Of Football
Title: Sir Bobby Charlton: The First Gentleman Of Football
Character: Himself
Released: March 13, 2023
Type: Movie
Documentary celebrating the remarkable life of one of England's greatest-ever footballers, Sir Bobby Charlton. Sir Bobby was a key member of the England team that won the World Cup in 1966 and a Manchester United team touched by success and tragedy in equal measure. Charlton survived the Munich air disaster in 1958, which killed several of his teammates, dubbed the Busby Babes. He became a crucial figure in the club's resurgence, winning two league titles and, unforgettably in 1968, the European Cup against Benfica. He received a knighthood in 1994 and was awarded the prestigious BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award in 2008. A fiercely proud Englishman, Charlton was a pivotal figure at Manchester United as an ambassador, club director and close confidante of a succession of managers.
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The Three Kings
Title: The Three Kings
Character: Himself
Released: November 1, 2020
Type: Movie
The definitive film portrait of Matt Busby, Bill Shankly, and Jock Stein. An incredible story of how three men born in the central lowlands of Scotland within 30 miles of each other, grew up to become lifelong friends and three of the most influential men in football history.
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Busby
Title: Busby
Character: Self
Released: November 11, 2019
Type: Movie
The story of Manchester United legend Sir Matt Busby.
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Eusébio: Story of a Legend
Title: Eusébio: Story of a Legend
Character: Self
Released: March 23, 2017
Type: Movie
It all started in Mafalala, a poor neighborhood on the outskirts of Lourenço Marques, Mozambique. A kid kicked into rag balls and did not care much about school. This kid was called Eusébio da Silva Ferreira and would become one of the best footballers of all time.
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World Cup 1966: Alfie's Boys
Title: World Cup 1966: Alfie's Boys
Character: Self
Released: May 22, 2016
Type: Movie
A retelling of England's only World Cup victory, fifty years later, placing special emphasis on the work of manager Sir Alf Ramsey.
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Ilusión Nacional
Title: Ilusión Nacional
Character: Self
Released: April 4, 2014
Type: Movie
A sport like football is primarily a passionate celebration, but one that is so massive (economically, politically and socially) that it, of course, also brings many problems. Olallo Rubio's third documentary (and fourth film in total), Ilusión Nacional, is a take on how the world's most popular sport relates to Mexican society and politics.
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Sir Bobby Robson: A Knight to Remember
Title: Sir Bobby Robson: A Knight to Remember
Character: Self
Released: November 12, 2009
Type: Movie
Sir Bobby Robson was a national and international hero whose roots were firmly planted in the coalfields of North East England. His success was based upon his ability to communicate his passion and enthusiasm to those around him. In what became his final filmed interview he looked back on his childhood in County Durham, his love of music and his phenomenal sporting achievements. He also talks about his final great project, The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation.
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Manchester United: The Official History 1878-2008
Title: Manchester United: The Official History 1878-2008
Character: Self
Released: June 7, 2008
Type: Movie
One hundred and thirty years since the club’s formation, Manchester United continue to dominate the game of football both at home and abroad. From humble beginnings, when the workers of the Newton Heath Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway first came together to play the emerging sport of football, Manchester United has acquired a special place in the hearts of supporters everywhere to become the most famous club in the world. Built on the raw talent and fighting spirit of the 'Busby Babes', who thrilled crowds all over Europe before tragedy struck in Munich, their spirit and style is still evident today, encouraged by Sir Alex Ferguson and epitomized by the modern-day superstars - Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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The King: The Story of Denis Law
Title: The King: The Story of Denis Law
Released: May 7, 2007
Type: Movie
Denis Law was a phenomenal football player and entertainer, who, together with Bobby Charlton and George Best swept Manchester United to the top of the domestic League and European greatness. In fact, this wee Scot was so good that Pelé once famously said he was the only Brit good enough to play for Brazil!
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Beckham and the Battle with Argentina
Title: Beckham and the Battle with Argentina
Character: Self
Released: April 5, 2003
Type: Movie
With David Beckham looking uncertain for the 2002 World Cup finals after his clash with Argentinean Aldo Duscher, this documentary charts the explosive 35 year feud between their two nations, when football became war by another means.
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Manchester United: Beyond the Promised Land
Title: Manchester United: Beyond the Promised Land
Character: Himself
Released: January 1, 2000
Type: Movie
Many are called, few succeed. Live the dream with the team! This first official Manchester United movie is a sensational behind the scenes film that follows the fortunes of the World's greatest football club through the highs and lows of the 1999/2000 season. How can the club top it's historic "Treble" win? Follow Manchester United as they go beyond the promised land - from training with the team at Old Trafford to travelling to the World Club Championships in Brazil. Manchester United Beyond The Promised Land reveals the antics on the pitch and in the boardroom, the club at work and at play and the fans from near and afar. Get the complete picture - the glory and the behind the scenes graft - the story of a season.
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The Alex Ferguson Story
Title: The Alex Ferguson Story
Character: Self
Released: November 1, 1998
Type: Movie
A look at the history of this legendary manager
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Busby, Stein & Shankly: The Football Men
Title: Busby, Stein & Shankly: The Football Men
Released: March 28, 1997
Type: Movie
In the west of Scotland, nobody bothers to argue that football is a genuinely popular art form, the theatre of the people.
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Eusébio: Um jogador de todos os tempos
Title: Eusébio: Um jogador de todos os tempos
Character: Self
Released: February 17, 1992
Type: Movie
A profile of the legendary soccer player Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, with footage of his career and a comprehensive list of interviews of former colleagues and other football legends, journalists, writers and politicians.
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The Worlds Greatest Goals
Title: The Worlds Greatest Goals
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: March 6, 1989
Type: Movie
The Golden Age of Soccer. See the greatest players from the greatest 20 years of World Cup History. 141 non-stop goals from Charlton, Hurst, Pele, Cruyff, Eusebio, Muller, Moore, Kempes, Rossi, Maradona and more! "The World's Greatest Goals" brings you the highlights of the "Golden Age" - The World Cups from 1966-1986. The Saves, The Fouls, The Unique atmosphere and... The Goals... Compiled from the Official Films of The World Cup. Contains the FIFA 'Goal of the Century' This program is produced by the Makers of the Best Selling World Cup Films "Gole" and "Hero".
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The Charlton Boys
Title: The Charlton Boys
Character: Himself
Released: July 5, 1968
Type: Movie
Terrific portrait of Bobby and Jackie Charlton, pillars of football history, at the height of their playing careers.
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Goal!
Title: Goal!
Character: Self
Released: October 31, 1966
Type: Movie
This entertaining documentary of the World Cup Soccer tournament of 1966 follows the 15 countries competing for the sport's most coveted prize. Nigel Patrick narrates, with commentary provided by Brian Glanville. The executive producer spent $336,000 on the production and used 117 cameras to record nearly 48 hours worth of action. Four editors were employed to created the final 108-minute feature.
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Title: Match of the Day
Character: Co-commentator
Released: August 22, 1964
Type: TV
BBC's football highlights and analysis. "The longest-running football television programme in the world" as recognised by Guinness World Records in 2015.
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Title: Match of the Day
Character: Self
Released: August 22, 1964
Type: TV
BBC's football highlights and analysis. "The longest-running football television programme in the world" as recognised by Guinness World Records in 2015.
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Title: Match of the Day
Character: Analyst
Released: August 22, 1964
Type: TV
BBC's football highlights and analysis. "The longest-running football television programme in the world" as recognised by Guinness World Records in 2015.