Alive and Kicking
Gritty and powerful Screen One film that takes an unflinching look at drug addiction. Lenny Henry plays a dealer convinced he is untouchable, Robbie Coltrane the ex-gangster turned drug counsellor who is determined to break him. Writer Al Hunter (The Firm) was inspired by the true story of a football team founded to help drug addicts kick their habit.
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Alive and Kicking
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Oct 13, 1991
Runtime
1h 31m
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Crime, TV Movie
User Score
85%
Original Title
Alive and Kicking
Production Companies
BBC
Director
Robert Young
Description
Gritty and powerful Screen One film that takes an unflinching look at drug addiction. Lenny Henry plays a dealer convinced he is untouchable, Robbie Coltrane the ex-gangster turned drug counsellor who is determined to break him. Writer Al Hunter (The Firm) was inspired by the true story of a football team founded to help drug addicts kick their habit.
