Kids vs dockers in a sweltering Thames treasure hunt — who gets rich, who gets wet?
A hot day by the Thames - very hot for some Deptford children. When they and some dockers spot a 'prize' in the river, the race is on between the rival factions to win it.
Direction
Tuchner captures London heat so thick you can smell the river.
Acting
Unknown kid actors with more authenticity than most trained adults.
Director
Michael Tuchner
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ronnie King (Plug) never acted again — this was his one and only screen credit.
Shot on location in decaying '70s Deptford docks, now completely gentrified beyond recognition.
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