# Where to watch Black Gold (2008) in the UK

> Black Gold (2008) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 45 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 9.3/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Reality  
**Seasons:** 5  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T22:58:27.938Z)  

## Synopsis

Black Gold is a reality-documentary television series that chronicles three oil drilling rigs in Andrews County, Texas, 30 miles northwest of Odessa. It is partly produced by Thom Beers, creator of Deadliest Catch and Ice Road Truckers. The Black Gold theme song is sung by country music star Trace Adkins. The title "Black Gold" comes from a slang term for oil.

Black Gold airs Wednesday nights on truTV at 10pm. It is also shown as a special presentation on TNT in high definition. The show also airs in the United Kingdom on Five, under the title Oil Riggers.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Black Gold in the UK?**

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## Sources

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