Starring Micael Angelis, Bernard Hill and Tom Georgeson

Director: Philip Saville.

Alan Bleasdale's hugely acclaimed series echoes the misery and despair of long-term unemployment. Set in Liverpool, these profoundly moving human dramas follow in turn the attempts of five working-class heroes to survive.

DVD Extras: Commentary on 'The Blackstuff' from Alan Bleasdale and Director Jim Goddard & Play for Today: The Blackstuff

Alan Bleasdale's hugely acclaimed series echoes the misery and despair of long-term unemployment

drama, unemployment