Alive and Kicking (1991)

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Alive and Kicking on IMDb 7.1/10 59 votes

Released:
1991-10-13

Overview:
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.

Director:
Robert Young

Runtime:
1h 31min

Genre:
Comedy, Drama, Crime, TV Movie

  • Cast:
  • Lenny Henry
    as
    Stevie 'Smudger' Smith
  • Robbie Coltrane
    as
    Liam Kane
  • Annabelle Apsion
    as
    Marie
  • Jane Horrocks
    as
    Gail
  • Geff Francis
    as
    Barry Serradilla