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We Still Kill the Old Way (2014) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2014 · 94 mins · English
JustWatch #6,483 9
Starring
Alison Doody, James Cosmo, Paul Blackwell, Ian Ogilvy, Lysette Anthony, Steven Berkoff

A group of aging London gangsters go on a vigilante killing spree when one of their number is murdered by a street gang.

Crime Cast, crew & box office
On this page (5)
  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (12)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle

Where to watch

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12 events in order · contains spoilers

We Still Kill the Old Way Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of We Still Kill the Old Way (2014) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Charlie's murder by E2

    Charlie is violently murdered by the local street gang E2, setting off the central quest for revenge. The act is depicted as sadistic and brutal, shocking Ritchie and his circle. This murder anchors the motive for everything that follows.

    Where
    East End, London

  2. Ritchie returns to London to investigate

    Ritchie Archer returns to London from Spain to investigate Charlie's death and seek the truth behind the case. He quickly senses that something isn't right about how the murder is being treated by authorities. He reconnects with his old gang to plot their response.

    Where
    London (East End)

  3. Police delays and indifference

    Ritchie uncovers that the police are delaying the case due to incompetence, fear, or both. The delay frustrates him and deepens his resolve to take action. The friction between criminals and law enforcement is a constant undercurrent in the story.

    Where
    London

  4. Gathering to pay respects

    Ritchie and his old gangmates gather to pay their last respects to Charlie. The somber reunion reinforces loyalties and signals the start of their plan for revenge. Old memories surface as they confront what Charlie means to them.

    Where
    London

  5. Abductions to pressure E2

    The gang escalates to action by abducting known associates of Aaron, the street gang’s leader. The kidnappings are intended to pressure E2 and disrupt their operations. The move demonstrates their willingness to take decisive, personal action.

    Where
    London

  6. Ritchie suffers a heart attack

    During the abductions, Ritchie suffers a heart attack and is rushed to hospital. The medical crisis adds a personal vulnerability to the escalating vendetta. It also complicates the gang's plan and motives.

    Where
    Hospital

  7. Using Lauren to lure E2

    The plan relies on Lauren, the detective-inspector's daughter who witnessed Charlie's murder, to bait E2 into targeting Ritchie in the hospital. The tactic shows how far the gang will go for vengeance and how trust becomes a weapon. The hospital setting heightens the stakes.

    Where
    Hospital, London

  8. The ambush and shoot-out

    E2 launches an ambush that leads to a fierce shoot-out. Several gang members are incapacitated or killed, and Roy is wounded. The confrontation reaches a violent peak as the plan spirals out of control.

    Where
    Hospital vicinity

  9. Aaron's threat to Lauren

    Aaron uses Lauren as leverage, threatening to kill her if the older gang does not surrender. The tactic heightens the personal stakes and pushes the protagonists toward a dangerous decision. It reveals Aaron's ruthlessness.

    Where
    Hospital

  10. Surrender and ongoing clash

    The older gang surrenders, but Ritchie and Aaron continue to fight despite the surrender. The standoff builds tension until authorities intervene. The line between justice and revenge remains blurry.

    Where
    Hospital

  11. Police intervene and Aaron is killed

    Armed police arrive on the scene and kill Aaron, bringing the main threat to an end. The violent cycle of vengeance finally begins to unwind. The survivors face the consequences of their choices.

    Where
    Hospital

  12. Epilogue at the private airport

    In the epilogue, the old gangsters say their goodbyes to Ritchie's helicopter at a private airport. Ritchie suddenly appears at their side, recalling past deeds from 1969 with Charlie, while Roy adds a line referencing Turin. The scene closes the loop on memory and legacy.

    When
    Epilogue
    Where
    Private airport

Last updated: February 24, 2026 at 14:14

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Timeline questions answered

We Still Kill the Old Way Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of We Still Kill the Old Way (2014): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why does Ritchie return to London after Charlie's murder?

Ritchie Archer returns to London from Spain specifically to investigate the brutal murder of his brother Charlie, who was killed by the local street gang E2. Frustrated by the police's apparent inability or unwillingness to pursue the case, Ritchie takes it upon himself to find answers and deliver the justice the authorities won't provide.

  • ritchie archer
  • charlie
  • e2 gang
  • revenge
  • murder investigation
Q2

Why are the police delaying the investigation into Charlie's murder?

The police appear to be delaying the case due to a combination of incompetence, fear of E2, or possibly corruption. Ritchie quickly senses something isn't right about how the murder is being handled, which deepens his distrust of authorities and strengthens his resolve to take matters into his own hands.

  • police
  • e2 gang
  • investigation delay
  • corruption
  • incompetence
Q3

Why does Ritchie have a heart attack during the operation?

Ritchie suffers a heart attack during the gang's operation to abduct E2 associates, likely due to the extreme physical and emotional stress of seeking revenge for his brother. The medical crisis occurs mid-operation, forcing the group to improvise and heightening the stakes significantly.

  • ritchie heart attack
  • abduction operation
  • health crisis
  • vigilantes
Q4

How is Lauren connected to Aaron and why is she used as bait?

Lauren is the daughter of a detective-inspector who once had a short relationship with Aaron, the leader of E2. She also witnessed Charlie's murder, making her both a valuable witness and a perfect pawn. The gang uses her to bait E2 into attempting to kill Ritchie in his hospital bed, setting up the violent ambush.

  • lauren
  • aaron
  • e2 gang
  • hospital ambush
  • bait trap
Q5

How does the hospital ambush trap work?

The gang deliberately leaves Ritchie vulnerable in his hospital bed, knowing E2 would attempt to finish him off. Lauren is used to draw Aaron's gang into the trap. When E2 launches their ambush, the older gangsters are waiting, leading to a fierce shoot-out that leaves several gang members incapacitated or dead.

Foreshadowing: Earlier abductions of E2 associates drew the gang's attention and aggression toward Ritchie's location.

  • hospital ambush
  • shoot-out
  • e2 gang
  • trap
  • revenge plan
Q6

Why does Aaron threaten to kill Lauren?

Aaron threatens to kill Lauren as leverage to force the older gangsters to surrender. Recognizing the personal connection between Lauren and his enemies, Aaron uses her as a bargaining chip, demanding the gang give themselves up in exchange for her life.

  • aaron
  • lauren
  • hostage
  • threat
  • extortion
Q7

Why do the older gangsters surrender to Aaron?

The older gang surrenders because Aaron threatens to kill Lauren if they don't comply. With her life at immediate risk, they have no choice but to give themselves up, though the surrender only temporarily halts the violence as Ritchie and Aaron continue their personal conflict.

  • surrender
  • lauren
  • hostage
  • negotiation
Q8

How does the police finally intervene and kill Aaron?

Armed police arrive at the hospital confrontation between the older gangsters and E2. They shoot and kill Aaron, bringing the main threat to an end. The intervention marks the violent climax of the vendetta, eliminating Aaron but leaving the survivors to face the consequences of their actions.

  • armed police
  • aaron killed
  • shootout
  • arrest
  • justice
Q9

What happened in 1969 in Turin?

The epilogue reveals Ritchie appearing at the private airport alongside his old crew, who bid him farewell. He alludes to a shared past with Charlie in 1969, with Roy adding "in Turin" to the memory. The exact events remain mysterious, suggesting a historical deed or crime the gangsters committed together that remains unresolved.

  • 1969
  • turin
  • epilogue
  • flashback
  • ritchie charlie past

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