
Linford
Documentary
Overview
100m Olympic champion Linford Christie is one of Britain’s most successful athletes. Now, he’s confronting his complicated legacy, in a story about race, respect and reputation.
Top Cast


Linford Christie
Linford Christie
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Linford Christie
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Sally Gunnell
Sally Gunnell
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Sally Gunnell
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Jonathan Edwards
Jonathan Edwards
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Jonathan Edwards
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Darren Campbell
Darren Campbell
Self
Darren Campbell
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Katharine Merry
Katharine Merry
Self
Katharine Merry
Self
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