The Runaway

The Runaway (2011)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

From the makers of the hit series The Take, the latest tale of crime and corruption from best-selling crime writer Martina Cole follows the lives of two childhood sweethearts. Cathy Connor and Eamonn Docherty are brought up together in the East End. As the daughter of a prostitute, Cathy's life is difficult, especially when everyone assumes that she will be following in her mother's footsteps. But when Cathy is forced to protect her mother from a violent attack by a punter it changes her life forever. Cathy is taken into care but she suffers institutional abuse which leaves her with no choice but to run away. She ends up destitute, on the streets of Soho when Desrae, a transvestite, unexpectedly comes to her rescue. Meanwhile, Eamonn is rising up the ranks of the East End criminal underworld.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Part 6mai 5, 2011
S01E05Part 5avr. 28, 2011
S01E04Part 4avr. 21, 2011
S01E03Part 3avr. 14, 2011
S01E02Part 2avr. 7, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Runaway' premiere?

'The Runaway' premiered on September 31, 2011.

Who played the role of Catherine McQueen in 'The Runaway'?

Joanne Froggatt played the role of Catherine McQueen in 'The Runaway'.

What is 'The Runaway' about?

'The Runaway' is a drama series about a young woman named Catherine McQueen who runs away from her abusive father and starts a new life in London in the 1960s.

Who are the creators of 'The Runaway'?

'The Runaway' was created by Allan Cubitt.

Which network aired 'The Runaway'?

'The Runaway' aired on Sky1 network.

Who played the role of Eileen in 'The Runaway'?

Amelia Young played the role of Eileen in 'The Runaway'.

What is the nationality of 'The Runaway' production house?

'The Runaway' is produced by a British production company.

Who played the role of Derek in 'The Runaway'?

Jack O'Connell played the role of Derek in 'The Runaway'.

What is the genre of 'The Runaway'?

'The Runaway' is a drama series.

Who played the role of Tommy in 'The Runaway'?

Tom Ellis played the role of Tommy in 'The Runaway'.

In which location was 'The Runaway' primarily filmed?

'The Runaway' was primarily filmed in Manchester, UK.

Who played the role of Beatty Rutter in 'The Runaway'?

Keith Allen played the role of Beatty Rutter in 'The Runaway'.

How many episodes in total are there in 'The Runaway'?

'The Runaway' consists of 6 episodes.

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Also known as

  • Martina Cole's The Runaway (United Kingdom)

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