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This is probably the most often cited episode of the series.

It follows Yosser's struggle to prevent losing his children (who are played by Alan Bleasdale's own children) to the authorities as his mental health disintegrates.

It is also notable for being the only one of the…
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This is probably the most often cited episode of the series.

It follows Yosser's struggle to prevent losing his children (who are played by Alan Bleasdale's own children) to the authorities as his mental health disintegrates.

It is also notable for being the only one of the series shot on 16mm film, as opposed to videotape, although the original play was also shot in this format.

Graeme Souness and Sammy Lee of Liverpool FC make cameo appearances in this episode.

The episode also contains the often repeated scene in which Yosser goes to confession looking for help, and tells the priest he is desperate.

The priest, trying to comfort Yosser, tells him "Call me Dan – Dan"; to which Yosser replies "I'm desperate, Dan".

Yosser Hughes is probably still best remembered for his famous catchphrase "Gi us a job, I can do daht" in a broad Liverpudlian accent. Often this phrase was extended by inserting in the middle "you got a job".
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