The Black Stuff
1980, English. Directed by Jim Goddard.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Black Stuff
The Black Stuff is streaming on Britbox in India.
Stream
Britbox Apple TV channelAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 2 January 1980
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Alan Bleasdale
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Black Stuff
TalhotBlond
2012 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault
1996 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
A Bramble House Christmas
2017 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story
2003 · 7.3/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Cheaters
2000 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Normal
2003 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Girl in the Box
2016 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Christmas Shoes
2002 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The River
1984 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Hounddog
2008 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Black Stuff: quick answers
Is The Black Stuff worth watching?
The Black Stuff doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is The Black Stuff?
The Black Stuff runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Black Stuff have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Black Stuff. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Black Stuff parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Black Stuff yet.
Which OTT platform is The Black Stuff on?
The Black Stuff is streaming on Britbox in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Black Stuff?
If you liked The Black Stuff, try TalhotBlond, Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault, A Bramble House Christmas.
Who directed The Black Stuff?
The Black Stuff (1980) was directed by Jim Goddard and stars Bernard Hill, Michael Angelis, Alan Igbon.