The Black Stuff

The Black Stuff

1980 · 102 min · ★ 7.4 · Drama, TV Movie

A Liverpool tarmac gang set off for a contract in Middlesbrough. After a day of work, the group are approached by two gypsies who offer them a lucrative side job.

Directed by Jim Goddard · Written by Alan Bleasdale

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