The Crook — The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle Character Profile

About The Crook

A shady private detective within the film's stylized narrative. He investigates and uncovers the truth behind the band's formation and McLaren's manipulative control over their career.

The Crook — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Steve Jones

Appears in

The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle (1980)

Role

Protagonist

More characters from The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle

• The Embezzler (Malcolm McLaren)
• The Tea-Maker (Paul Cook)
• The Gimmick (Sid Vicious)
• Record Executive (James Aubrey)
• The Collaborator (John Lydon)
• Catwoman (uncredited) (Judy Croll)
• Cinema Usherette (Irene Handl)
• Man (Julian Holloway)
• Nazi (Johnny Shannon)
• Helen (Helen Wellington-Lloyd)
• Tadpole (kiosk attendant) (Edward Tudor-Pole)
• Secretary (Faye Hart)