Running Scared Season 1 • TV Show
Running Scared • TV Show • Rating 6.7 out of 10
release-radar
Are there new episodes of Running Scared coming?
Running Scared is marked as an ended series, with its final episode airing on February 19, 1986. At this time there are no new seasons or episodes announced, so the release radar for this show is effectively closed unless a revival or spin-off is announced.
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overview
What is Running Scared about?
Running Scared is a British television children's drama serial produced by the BBC and transmitted on BBC 1 in 1986, based on the Bernard Ashley novel and is set in Woolwich with the Woolwich Ferry featuring in a key scene. A gritty series, Running Scared deals with a teenage girl, Paula, whose life is put at risk when she uncovers evidence that could put a local criminal gang leader behind bars. The series is notable for its use of the then recently released Kate Bush pop song Running Up That Hill as its main theme tune. It blends kids and drama elements. The series reflects a distinct United Kingdom style and perspective.
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Cast and creators of Running Scared
The main cast includes Amarjit Dhillon, Julia Millbank and Desmond McNamara. Behind the scenes, it is shaped by showrunner Paul Stone.
Amarjit Dhillon
as Narinder Sidhu
Julia Millbank
as Paula Prescott
Desmond McNamara
as Mick Prescott
James Cosmo
as Detective Inspector McNeil
Renu Setna
as Pratap Singh Sidhu