Aired Sunday May 9, 9:00pm - 10:00pmon BBC Two HD

Alex Higgins: The People's Champion

One man transfixed television viewers during snooker's golden age - his name was Alex `Hurricane' Higgins. This poignant documentary charts the life of snooker's first genius, from his early days growing up in Belfast to his climb to the top of the sport as two-time world champion. Contributors include Jimmy White, Ronnie O'Sullivan, Dennis Taylor, Steve Davis, and members of the Higgins family.

Category
Biography / Documentary / Special
Original air date
2010-09-01
Cast and crew
  • Jason BernardDirector
  • James NesbittNarrator
  • Ronnie O'Sullivan
  • Ray Reardon
  • Steve Davis