The Black Stuff (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1980, The Black Stuff is a drama and tv movie film directed by Jim Goddard, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. A Liverpool tarmac gang set off for a contract in Middlesborough. After a day of work, the group are approached by two gypsies who offer them a lucrative side job.
Who’s in it. The Black Stuff stars Tom Georgeson as Dixie Dean, Michael Angelis as Chrissie Todd, Bernard Hill as Yosser Hughes and Alan Igbon as Loggo Logmond, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Black Stuff has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Britbox Apple TV Channel . See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Stuff page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Stuff tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Stuff (1980)?
- In US, The Black Stuff is available to stream on Britbox Apple TV Channel . Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Black Stuff worth watching?
- The Black Stuff holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Black Stuff?
- The Black Stuff stars Tom Georgeson, Michael Angelis, Bernard Hill, Alan Igbon and Peter Kerrigan.
- When was The Black Stuff released?
- The Black Stuff was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.