In the Long Run (2018)
In the Long Run is a 2018 comedy series created by Idris Elba. It stars Jimmy Akingbola, Idris Elba and Madeline Appiah.
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.
Quick answers
What is In the Long Run about?
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.
When was In the Long Run released?
In the Long Run was released on 29 March 2018.
How many episodes does In the Long Run have?
In the Long Run has 19 episodes across 3 seasons.
Who made In the Long Run?
In the Long Run was created by Idris Elba.
Cast
- Jimmy Akingbola as Valentine Easmon
- Idris Elba as Walter Easmon
- Madeline Appiah as Agnes Easmon
- Bill Bailey as Bagpipes
- Kellie Shirley as Kirsty
- Sammy Kamara as Kobna
- Robert Ryan as Bar Regular
- Rachel Sophia-Anthony as Local Resident (uncredited)
- Doreen Ingleton as Maureen
- Bella Emberg as Sheila
- Arthur Nightingale as Vic
- Jo Martin as Yvonne