
Alive and Kicking
Alive and Kicking
Release: 1991-10-13·Runtime: 91m·★ 8.5
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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.
Production Countries
United Kingdom
Production Companies
BBC
Cast
Natalie Rolesas (uncredited)
Lenny Henryas Stevie 'Smudger' Smith
Imogen Boormanas Hayley Forbes-Clinton
Ewen Cumminsas Clyde
Al Hunter Ashtonas Sgt. Tocknell
Justin Chadwickas Martin
Diane Parishas (uncredited)
Annabelle Apsionas Marie
Geff Francisas Barry Serradilla
Nick Dunningas David Freeman
Shireen Shahas Nursing Officer
Andy Hockleyas Ray
Robbie Coltraneas Liam Kane
Paul Barberas Earl Preston
Cal MacAninchas Axle
Fintan McKeownas Doctor
Jane Horrocksas Gail
Hakeem Kae-Kazimas Jerome
Sakuntala Ramaneeas Social Worker
Justine Francesca Glentonas Jackie
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