'' United '' is a British television film directed by James Strong and written by Chris Chibnall . It is based on the true story of Manchester United 's " Busby Babes " and the aftermath of the 1958 Munich air disaster , with the film 's events taking place between August 1956 and May 1958 . In particular , the film focuses on the experiences of assistant manager Jimmy Murphy , played by David Tennant , and Bobby Charlton , played by Jack O'Connell
Munich air disaster
Munich air disaster
United (2011 film)