Gaskin
Synopsis
Drama based on the case history of a Liverpool boy, Graham Gaskin, who spent most of his youth in care. Graham Gaskin says it is not just his story - 'It's all the other little Gaskins we never hear about... and it ain't history. It's now!'
Top Cast
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Paul McGann
Graham Gaskin
Hilton McRae
John Rossington
Philip Mooney
Graham (Aged 5)
Peter Faulkner
Scotch Ian
Stephanie Fayerman
Carol Deans
Ina Clough
Casualty Doctor
Andrew Carroll
Graham (Aged 9)
John Wild
Police Cadet
Philip Whitchurch
Mr Gaskin
Stuart Richman
Psychiatrist
Paula Tilbrook
Miss Threapleton
Ray Burnside
Charge Nurse
Mia Soteriou
Nurse
Harry Goodier
Frank Oates
Michael O'Hagan
News Editor
Nell Mooney
Graham (Aged 13)
Brian Southwood
Mr Lawrence
Tony Monroe
Malcolm Bishop
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan J.W. Bell
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephen Wakelam
- Original Title
- Gaskin
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan J.W. Bell
Stephen Wakelam
Department Leadership Roster
Alan J.W. Bell
Director
Stephen Wakelam
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Gaskin.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gaskin
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Gaskin about?
Drama based on the case history of a Liverpool boy, Graham Gaskin, who spent most of his youth in care. Graham Gaskin says it is not just his story - 'It's all the other little Gaskins we never hear about... and it ain't history. It's now!'
Who directed Gaskin?
Gaskin was directed by Alan J.W. Bell.
Who stars in Gaskin?
The principal cast of Gaskin includes Paul McGann, Hilton McRae, Philip Mooney, Peter Faulkner, Stephanie Fayerman.
When was Gaskin released and how long is it?
Gaskin was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.