Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: Sky One
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.3/10
In the Long Run
Overview
Set in 1980s London, this comedy series follows the Easmon family, which has settled in England after having arrived from Sierra Leone a decade earlier. The Easmons’ son, Akuna, hangs out in the housing project where the family lives, playing soccer and dodging the local thugs. The family’s life is turned upside down when Walter’s brother Valentine arrives in the U.K., bringing chaos in his wake and igniting a passion for music in Akuna.
This production, originally released in 2018, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.3 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Comedy.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Jimmy Akingbola
Valentine Easmon
Idris Elba
Walter Easmon
Madeline Appiah
Agnes Easmon
Bill Bailey
Bagpipes
Kellie Shirley
Kirsty
Sammy Kamara
Kobna
Robert Ryan
Bar Regular
Rachel Sophia-Anthony
Local Resident (uncredited)
Seasons
Specials
1 Episodes • Aired 2019-12-20
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 1
6 Episodes • Aired 2018-03-29
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
7 Episodes • Aired 2019-10-16
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
6 Episodes • Aired 2020-07-23
No season overview provided for this season.