The Sweeney 2
Synopsis
The second theatrical spin-off from the popular 1970s police series. A violent gang of armed robbers is committing a series of bank and payroll heists across London, stealing exactly £60,000 each time and eliminating anyone who gets in their way, including injured accomplices. Detective Inspector Regan is tasked by his superior, Detective Chief Superintendent Jupp, who is facing resignation over corruption allegations, to apprehend the gang. The pursuit leads Regan from London to Malta, where the gang is holed up at the luxurious Ta’ Cenc Resort and Spa, and back, as he remains determined to bring the criminals to justice despite various obstacles, and Jupp’s eventual conviction.
Production Info
Released
1978
Directed
Tom Clegg
Starring
John Thaw
Dennis Waterman
Denholm Elliot
The Sweeney 2 Scenes on Gozo
An unusual approach to fishing in Dwerja Bay. Heading back from the beach at Dwerja. The dome of the Rotunda, Xewkija in the distance. Carter & Regan arrive on Malta The villain’s hotel hideout, Ta Cenc in Sannat, Gozo. Carter & Regan enter Ta’ Cenc. Carter & Regan being escorted away from Ta’ Cenc.
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Did you Know
Denholm Elliot’s character, disgraced Chief Superintendent Jupp, was allegedly based on Flying Squad commander Kenneth Drury, who was found guilty on five counts of corruption in 1977.
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