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The Precious Blood

Drama set in Belfast, asking whether it is possible to have peace with justice. Rosie Williams is haunted by the murder of her husband 12 years previously. Her teenage son John is heading for a life of delinquency fuelled by revenge. Then, he meets Billy McVea, who runs a boxing gym, affecting all their lives.

English
  • Originally Aired June 8, 1996
  • Runtime 90 minutes
  • Network BBC Two
  • Created May 28, 2016 by
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Name Type Role
Graham Reid Writer
Amanda Burton Actor Roisin (Rosie) Willis
Kevin McNally Actor Billy McVea
Michael Legge Actor John Willis