The Singing Detective

This 1986 British television miniseries, created by Dennis Potter, intricately weaves together the story of a hospitalized writer suffering from a severe skin disease and his vivid hallucinations that blend reality with the plot of his detective novel. The series stars Michael Gambon in a compelling performance as the protagonist, Philip Marlow. Notably, the series won a BAFTA Award for Best Drama Serial. For those interested, it can be viewed on Soap2day for free.