RISE OF THE FOOTSOLDIER
7 MOVIE DVD COLLECTION
The Complete Seven-Film Collection
Experience the gritty world of British organised crime with seven films from the acclaimed cult crime franchise Rise of the Footsoldier.
From football hooliganism and the notorious Essex criminal underworld to violent international vendettas, this collection follows the intertwined stories of Carlton Leach, Pat Tate, Tony Tucker and the men who made the franchise one of Britain's best-known modern gangster sagas.
Featuring performances from Craig Fairbrass, Ricci Harnett, Terry Stone, Roland Manookian and other familiar faces from British crime cinema, these films deliver hard-hitting action, criminal rivalries, betrayal and revenge.
You will receive seven individually supplied DVD film releases, not a manufacturer's seven-disc box set.
Product Details
| Collection | Rise of the Footsoldier — Seven Movie Collection |
| Format | DVD |
| Number of films | 7 |
| Packaging | Individually supplied DVD releases — NOT A BOX SET |
| Release years | 2007, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023 and 2026 |
| Genre | British Crime, Gangster, Action, Thriller, Drama |
| Language | English original-language films; DVD audio options depend on the individual editions |
| Region | Individual UK DVD editions; verify each disc's Region 2 Europe and PAL markings before purchase if required |
| Publisher / Studio | Varies by individual film and DVD edition |
| Condition | As specified in the eBay item condition field and listing photographs |
| Subtitles | Vary by individual DVD release; refer to the disc packaging |
| Bonus Features | Only those included on the supplied individual editions, where applicable |
| Certificate | Age classification varies by film and edition; check the individual DVD packaging |
The Seven Films — Full Synopsis
1. Rise of the Footsoldier (2007)
Starring: Ricci Harnett, Terry Stone, Craig Fairbrass and Roland Manookian.
The original film charts the transformation of Carlton Leach from a feared football hooligan into a formidable figure in London's criminal underworld.
Moving from the violence of the football terraces into nightclub security and the expanding rave scene, Carlton becomes involved with dangerous men whose businesses revolve around drugs, intimidation and organised crime.
His association with Tony Tucker and Pat Tate leads him deeper into a world of wealth, violence and shifting loyalties, culminating in events surrounding the notorious Rettendon murders.
Why watch: The film that established the franchise, combining football hooligan culture, Essex gangster history and brutal crime drama.
2. Rise of the Footsoldier Part II: Reign of the General (2015)
Starring: Ricci Harnett as Carlton Leach.
Following the devastating events surrounding the Essex murders, Carlton Leach struggles with the consequences of his criminal past.
With former associates gone and enemies still present, Carlton must navigate a dangerous environment of suspicion, fear and violent rivalries.
As his personal life and criminal connections become increasingly difficult to separate, he faces a battle to protect himself and those closest to him.
Why watch: A darker continuation of Carlton Leach's story, exploring the aftermath of violence and the personal cost of a life in organised crime.
3. Rise of the Footsoldier 3: The Pat Tate Story (2017)
Starring: Craig Fairbrass as Pat Tate.
This prequel turns the spotlight onto one of the franchise's most feared characters: Pat Tate.
Following his emergence in the Essex criminal underworld, Tate builds a reputation for explosive violence and ruthless intimidation.
As he becomes increasingly involved in the dangerous world of drug dealing, nightclubs and criminal power struggles, his actions bring him into conflict with rivals and other notorious figures.
The film explores the events and relationships that shaped Tate before the tragedy depicted in the original film.
Why watch: An uncompromising character-focused prequel featuring Craig Fairbrass in one of the franchise's defining roles.
4. Rise of the Footsoldier 4: Marbella (2019)
Starring: Craig Fairbrass, Terry Stone and Roland Manookian.
Pat Tate and his associates take their criminal ambitions beyond Essex and into the glamorous but treacherous world of Spain's Costa del Sol.
What begins as an opportunity to expand their operations soon develops into a dangerous adventure involving international criminals, drug deals, double-crosses and violent confrontations.
Against the sunny backdrop of Marbella, the gang discovers that their familiar methods of intimidation and force can create even greater problems abroad.
Why watch: A change of scenery for the franchise, mixing British gangster action with the colourful setting of the Spanish underworld.
5. Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins (2021)
Starring: Terry Stone, Craig Fairbrass and Roland Manookian.
Return to the beginnings of the Essex criminal fraternity as the film explores how the notorious relationships between Tony Tucker, Pat Tate and their associates developed.
Set against the violent world of nightclub security, football culture and criminal enterprise, the story reveals the circumstances that helped bring these dangerous personalities together.
As friendships are formed and loyalties tested, the foundations are laid for the power struggles and betrayals that define the wider saga.
Why watch: Essential background for viewers interested in the origins of the franchise's central criminal characters.
6. Rise of the Footsoldier: Vengeance (2023)
Starring: Craig Fairbrass as Pat Tate.
Pat Tate returns in a violent revenge thriller that pushes the franchise into an increasingly action-driven direction.
When events surrounding his criminal associates ignite a personal vendetta, Tate sets out to confront those responsible.
His determination to settle the score draws him into an escalating series of dangerous encounters, where enemies and criminal allegiances stand between him and revenge.
Why watch: A hard-hitting instalment centred on Tate's relentless pursuit of retribution.
7. Rise of the Footsoldier: Retribution (2026)
Starring: Craig Fairbrass, Tamer Hassan, Leo Gregory, Jamie Foreman, Ross McCall and Vincent Regan.
Director: Nick Nevern.
Pat Tate returns for another explosive chapter, travelling to Ibiza to avenge the murder of a trusted friend.
His hunt for those responsible soon leads him into an international weapons-trafficking operation involving ruthless mercenaries, dangerous arms dealers and American intelligence agents.
With enemies closing in from every direction, Tate must battle through a deadly criminal network while refusing to abandon his mission of revenge.
Why watch: The seventh instalment expands the franchise into international action-thriller territory, combining the familiar brutality of Pat Tate with a larger-scale revenge story.
Release year: 2026. The 2024 date appearing on some promotional artwork is incorrect.
What You Will Receive
- Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) — DVD
- Rise of the Footsoldier Part II (2015) — DVD
- Rise of the Footsoldier 3: The Pat Tate Story (2017) — DVD
- Rise of the Footsoldier 4: Marbella (2019) — DVD
- Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins (2021) — DVD
- Rise of the Footsoldier: Vengeance (2023) — DVD
- Rise of the Footsoldier: Retribution (2026) — DVD
This listing is for seven individually supplied DVD film releases. They are not represented as a single manufacturer-produced box set. Individual cover designs, case styles, certificates and publisher details may vary according to the editions supplied.
Recommended Viewing Order
For first-time viewers, we recommend watching the seven films in release order, as listed above. Several instalments are prequels, so the release order is not the same as the fictional story chronology.
This approach introduces Carlton Leach and the original Essex crime story before exploring the background of Pat Tate and Tony Tucker, followed by the later revenge-driven adventures.
Condition & Quality
The condition of the DVDs is as stated in the eBay condition field and any accompanying condition notes.
New items: Where an individual DVD is explicitly described as new and factory-sealed, it will be supplied in that condition.
Pre-owned items: Where supplied as used, discs may have been professionally cleaned and prepared for resale. Cases or packaging may be replaced where appropriate. Cosmetic condition and original inserts can vary.
Please refer to the item condition and photographs for the precise condition offered. We do not guarantee factory seals, inserts, extras or identical packaging across all seven releases unless specifically confirmed.
DVD Region & Compatibility
This collection is intended to comprise genuine UK DVD editions. UK DVD releases commonly use Region 2 Europe and PAL, but region and video-format markings should be checked against the individual supplied discs.
Buyers outside the United Kingdom should verify compatibility with their DVD player and television before purchase. Some players require both the appropriate region support and PAL video compatibility.
Audio options, subtitles, aspect ratios, running times and special features may differ between individual releases.
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From Essex to Marbella and Ibiza — discover the Rise of the Footsoldier story across all seven films.
7 INDIVIDUALLY SUPPLIED DVDs — NOT A BOX SET