Extras are needed to feature in a new BBC documentary drama about the computer war of the 1980s.

BBC4 is producing a dramatisation of the rivalry between Clive Sinclair and Chris Currey as they attempt to launch the first home computers.

The two leads will be played by actors Martin Freeman and Alexander Armstrong.

The BBC are looking for extras to appear during filming, which will take place at Merchant Taylors' School, in Sandy Lodge, Northwood, on Wednesday, July 8.

Producers are looking for men, and some women, aged 18 to 60 with a late 70s/early 80s look, with “plenty of hair”.

The roles of extras will mainly be as science students and Mensa members.

Anyone interested in taking part should telephone Amy Clamp on 07931 662296 or email amyclamp61@hotmail.com.