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Brimstone and Treacle

Brimstone and Treacle

Description: Brimstone and Treacle is a 1976 BBC television play by Dennis Potter. Originally intended for broadcast as an episode of the Play for Today series, it remained untransmitted until 1987. The play was made into a film version co-starring Sting. Both versions star Denholm Elliott. Wikipedia
Genre: Drama
Year Released: 1987
First episode air date: August 25, 1987
Program Creator: Dennis Potter
Director: Barry Davis
Networks: BBC, BBC One, BBC Two
Executive Producer: Kenith Trodd
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