Who is Charles Bronson / Michael Peterson in Bronson?

Tom Hardy plays Charles Bronson / Michael Peterson in the film.

What is Bronson about?

In 1974, a hot headed 19-year-old named Michael Peterson (Tom Hardy) decided he wanted to make a name for himself and so, with a homemade sawed-off shotgun and a head full of dreams he attempted to rob a post office. After making off with only 26.18 British Pounds, he was swiftly apprehended and originally sentenced to seven years in jail, Peterson has subsequently been behind bars for 34 years, 30 of which have been spent in solitary confinement. During that time, Michael Petersen, the boy, faded away and 'Charles Bronson,' his superstar alter ego, took center stage...

Bronson

Name: Bronson
Genre: Action/Adventure,Art House/Foreign
Released: 2009-10-09
Duration: 92
Rating: 74

R 1 hr 32 min

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Bronson?: Bronson is 1 hr 32 min long.

Who directed Bronson?: Nicolas Winding Refn

Who is Charles Bronson / Michael Peterson in Bronson?: Tom Hardy plays Charles Bronson / Michael Peterson in the film.

What is Bronson about?: In 1974, a hot headed 19-year-old named Michael Peterson (Tom Hardy) decided he wanted to make a name for himself and so, with a homemade sawed-off shotgun and a head full of dreams he attempted to rob a post office. After making off with only 26.18 British Pounds, he was swiftly apprehended and originally sentenced to seven years in jail, Peterson has subsequently been behind bars for 34 years, 30 of which have been spent in solitary confinement. During that time, Michael Petersen, the boy, faded away and 'Charles Bronson,' his superstar alter ego, took center stage...