The Damned United is a 2009 sports drama film that depicts Brian Clough's tumultuous tenure as the football manager of Leeds United in 1974. The film showcases Clough's confrontational style and his disdain for the team's rough playing tactics, leading to inevitable conflicts. It also offers insights into Clough's past, illustrating his animosity towards former manager Don Revie and the absence of his close associate, Peter Taylor.