Rise of the Footsoldier 4: Marbella

Fresh out of prison, Pat Tate slides back into the shadowy rhythm of his Essex nightclub world, still smarting from years behind bars. He heads to Marbella with one aim to avenge the people who put him away. On the sun drenched coast he spots a chance to pull off what could be his biggest drug deal yet. He leans on his old crew, Tony and Craig, to deliver the cash that would seal the deal. But Craig turns a simple trip into a road meshed with traps and missteps, while Tony frets about a promised return to England for a life changing boxing night. In Marbella Pat pursues the revenge he has craved and the tension grows.

Directed by Andrew Loveday and written by Will Gilbey, Marbella is part of the Rise of the Footsoldier franchise. Released in 2019, it continues the gritty Essex crime saga centered on Pat Tate.

Reception and themes: The film leans into brisk action and the harsh costs of crime. It explores loyalty and revenge within a tight circle, with Marbella providing a flashy backdrop for the gang's volatile choices and the consequences that follow.

Cultural impact: Marbella is a niche entry in a long running British crime series. It has a limited footprint beyond its fan base but adds texture to the Footsoldier universe by showcasing its Marbella setting and the ongoing portrayal of Essex gang life.