The Black Stuff
Synopsis
A Liverpool tarmac gang set off for a contract in Middlesbrough. After a day of work, the group are approached by two gypsies who offer them a lucrative side job.
Top Cast
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Bernard Hill
Yosser Hughes
Michael Angelis
Chrissie Todd
Alan Igbon
Loggo Logmond
Peter Kerrigan
George Malone
Tom Georgeson
Dixie Dean
Gary Bleasdale
Kevin Dean
David Calder
McKenna
Jean Warren
Maureen Hughes
Valerie Lilley
Doris
Janine Duvitski
Student
Alan Lake
Dominic
Sean Lynch
Brendan
Edward Peel
Clerk of Works
Lois Baxter
Masseuse
Kathryn Apanowicz
Girl in House
Michael Wardle
Lorry Driver
David Theakston
Bank Manager
Derry Jordan
Bank Clerk
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Goddard
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Bleasdale, Michael Wearing
- Original Title
- The Black Stuff
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- BBC Manchester
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Goddard
Alan Bleasdale, Michael Wearing
David Jackson
Mike Hall
David Rose
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Goddard
Director
Alan Bleasdale
Writer
David Rose
Producer
Chris Edwards
Production Design
Mike Hall
Editor
David Jackson
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Black Stuff
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Black Stuff about?
A Liverpool tarmac gang set off for a contract in Middlesbrough. After a day of work, the group are approached by two gypsies who offer them a lucrative side job.
Who directed The Black Stuff?
The Black Stuff was directed by Jim Goddard.
Who stars in The Black Stuff?
The principal cast of The Black Stuff includes Bernard Hill, Michael Angelis, Alan Igbon, Peter Kerrigan, Tom Georgeson.
When was The Black Stuff released and how long is it?
The Black Stuff was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.