About this release
A mysterious man insinuates himself into the life of a family with an invalid, near-comatose daughter. This dark British drama, written by acclaimed author Dennis Potter, depicts the family's increasing reliance on the stranger -- who may be something far more sinister than he appears.
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Disc 1
UHD
Brimstone & Treacle (1982)
87 min
MysteryHorrorDrama
A mysterious stranger inserts himself into a troubled family's life, blurring the lines between good and evil as he cares for their disabled daughter.
Credits
Director
Richard Loncraine
Writer
Dennis Potter
Cast
Stingas Martin Taylor
Denholm Elliottas Tom Bates
Joan Plowrightas Norma Bates
Suzanna Hamiltonas Patricia Bates
Benjamin Whitrowas Businessman
Dudley Suttonas Stroller
Mary MacLeodas Valerie Holdsworth
Tim Preeceas Clergyman
Elizabeth Bradleyas Woman Passer By
Hugh Waltersas Man
Cinematographer
Peter Hannan
Composer
Michael Nyman
Sting
Editor
Paul Green
Producer
Alan E. Salke
Herbert F. Solow
Kenith Trodd
Disc 2
BDBrimstone & Treacle (1982)
87 min
MysteryHorrorDrama
A mysterious stranger inserts himself into a troubled family's life, blurring the lines between good and evil as he cares for their disabled daughter.
Credits
Director
Richard Loncraine
Writer
Dennis Potter
Cast
Stingas Martin Taylor
Denholm Elliottas Tom Bates
Joan Plowrightas Norma Bates
Suzanna Hamiltonas Patricia Bates
Benjamin Whitrowas Businessman
Dudley Suttonas Stroller
Mary MacLeodas Valerie Holdsworth
Tim Preeceas Clergyman
Elizabeth Bradleyas Woman Passer By
Hugh Waltersas Man
Cinematographer
Peter Hannan
Composer
Michael Nyman
Sting
Editor
Paul Green
Producer
Alan E. Salke
Herbert F. Solow
Kenith Trodd
Release Details
- Packaging
- Blu-ray Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- July 1, 2026