Where to watch Alex Higgins: The People's Champion (2010) in the UK
Alex Higgins: The People's Champion (2010) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
One man transfixed television viewers during snooker's golden age - Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins. This poignant documentary charts the remarkable rise and fall of the snooker genius, from his early days growing up in Belfast to his climb to the top of the sport as two-time world champion.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Alex Higgins: The People's Champion.
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James NesbittNarrator -
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Barry HearnSelf -
Steve DavisSelf -
Dennis TaylorSelf -
Ted LoweSelf -
Barry McGuiganSelf -
Ronnie O'SullivanSelf
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Alex Higgins: The People's Champion — frequently asked questions
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Alex Higgins: The People's Champion (2010) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.
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