Sky1 offers an antidote to the recession with this uplifting and revealing special that brings together jobless men from all walks of life, from the former city boy to a down-on-his-luck builder. Together, they will be challenged to put on the performance of their lives as they transform themselves into strippers and go the ‘full monty’.

The men will be laid bare in every sense as they reveal their background stories and emotional journeys, from overcoming the setback of redundancy to building up the confidence to perform a striptease. Following auditions, the chosen men will embark on a mission to pick themselves up, lose their inhibitions and have fun too. The film will follow these would-be Chippendales as they prepare their routine, costumes and performance space. They’ll not only have to learn how to dance, get fit and let go of any body confidence issues in time for the big night – they’ll also have to promote the show to ensure they have a full house.