The Royle Family actor reads from his autobiography. Growing up near Anfield, he discovers football, girls and rock 'n' roll.

Reading from his autobiography, the actor recalls starting his showbiz career on Liverpool's pub circuit - and falling in love.

Reading from his autobiography, the actor recalls his release from jail and being a TV extra, ahead of landing his big break.

Concluding his autobiography, the actor recalls how disaster followed TV success in Brookside - until Jim Royle barged in.

Reading from his autobiography, the actor recalls his arrest for strike action - and being detained at Her Majesty's pleasure.