Alive and Kicking (1991)

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.

Released Oct. 13, 1991 91 min None+

Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, TV Movie

Keywords: imdb.delinquent, imdb.rehabilitation, imdb.gang, imdb.soccer, imdb.drugs, imdb.violence, imdb.social-work, imdb.morality

Watch Providers: Kanopy

Production Companies: BBC

Country: United Kingdom
Production Country: United Kingdom
Languages: English