TLDR;
The Cray twins, Reggie and Ron, dominate London's gangster scene in the 1960s. Reggie seeks to legitimize their operations while battling his brother's volatile behavior and their rivals. His attempts to balance crime with a normal life, including a relationship with Francis, are thwarted by violence, Ron's instability, and police investigation. The story ends in tragedy, with imprisonment and death for the twins.
- The Cray twins' rise and fall in London's criminal underworld.
- Reggie's struggle to balance crime and a normal life.
- Ron's mental instability and its impact on their operations.
- The tragic consequences of their choices, leading to imprisonment and death.
Reggie's Life and Ron's Release [0:00]
In 1960s East London, the Cray twins, Reggie and Ron, are notorious gangsters feared by all. Reggie, a street fighter, finds his driver Frank missing and visits Frank's apartment, charming his sister Francis in the process. Meanwhile, Ron is in a mental hospital, and Reggie orchestrates his release by intimidating the psychiatrist, who warns Reggie about Ron's psychopathic tendencies and prescribes medication.
Relationship with Francis and Rivalry with the Richardsons [1:28]
Reggie begins dating Francis, taking her to his club where he mixes with celebrities and criminals. He deals with an employee, Jack, who was stealing money, alternating between forgiveness and threats. Reggie introduces Francis to Ron, who lives in an RV and openly discusses his sexuality. The Cray twins are in conflict with the Richardson brothers, leaders of a torture gang from South London, leading to escalating acts of violence.
Meeting with the Richardsons and Casino Business [2:29]
The Cray twins attend a meeting with the Richardsons to settle their dispute, but it turns out to be a trap. A violent fight ensues, which the Cray twins win due to their brutality. With the Richardsons out of the picture, the Crays take over London. They hire a lawyer, Leslie, to help them establish legitimate businesses, such as a casino, to cover their illegal activities.
American Mafia and Reggie's Prison Sentence [4:18]
Leslie arranges a meeting between the twins and the American Mafia, leading to a business deal with a 50/50 profit split. The casino becomes successful, enhancing Reggie's image as a legitimate businessman. Reggie briefly returns to prison to finish a sentence, where he is beaten by guards but manages to overpower one of them.
Ron's Instability and Reggie's Proposal [5:36]
While Reggie is in prison, Ron's mental state deteriorates, and he clashes with Leslie over financial matters. Francis visits Reggie, who discourages her from reporting the abuse due to the corrupt system. Upon his release, Reggie proposes to Francis, promising to leave his criminal life behind.
Club's Downfall and Twins' Fight [6:46]
Reggie finds his club in ruins due to Ron's actions, leading to a violent fight between the twins. Francis is disgusted and leaves. Reggie convinces her to give him another chance. Ron befriends members of Parliament, using them for protection and continuing his criminal activities.
Marriage and Ron's Interference [7:45]
Reggie attempts to buy a club in the West End, but Ron interferes, leading to extortion charges against both twins. They are acquitted due to their political connections, and Reggie buys the club. Reggie and Francis marry, but her mother disapproves. Reggie quickly returns to his criminal activities, causing strain in their marriage.
Francis' Addiction and George's Murder [8:53]
Francis becomes addicted to medicine due to the stress of Reggie's lifestyle and his family's disapproval. Ron, no longer taking his medication, becomes more volatile. He murders George, a former member of the torture gang, after being hired by a warehouse owner.
Police Investigation and Francis' Death [10:43]
Nipper is authorized to investigate the Crays, using George's murder as a basis. Witnesses are too scared to identify Ron. Reggie's behavior becomes increasingly abusive towards Francis, leading her to leave him. Devastated, Francis commits suicide.
Leslie's Betrayal and Jack's Murder [12:04]
Ron hires Jack to kill Leslie, but the attempt fails. Leslie, in turn, provides information to Nipper, leading to witness protection for those who saw George's murder. Reggie, seeking revenge, murders Jack at a party. The police finally have enough evidence to arrest the twins.
Aftermath [13:15]
Reggie is sentenced to 33 years in prison and dies of cancer shortly after being released. Ron is declared insane and dies in a mental hospital.
