In the Long Run (Sky One 2018, Idris Elba, Jimmy Akingbola)

Posted by By Alastair James August 27, 2018 TV UK TV

In this period sitcom, set in 1980s London and created by Idris Elba, we follow 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.

https://youtu.be/E5NMmn8KyzE

production details
Country: UK | Sky One | 6 episodes
Release Year: 2018

Creator: Idris Elba

cast
Idris Elba as Walter Easmon
Jimmy Akingbola as Valentine Easmon
Bella Emberg as Sheila
Kellie Shirley as Kirsty
Madeline Appiah as Agnes Easmon
Bill Bailey as Bagpipes
Sammy Kamara as Kobna

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Alastair James is the editor-in-chief of Memorable TV, leading the charge in covering today's must-see television. A lifelong television enthusiast, his passion began with a deep dive into the world of classic sci-fi, culminating in his role as editor of "Beyond the Static," a publication devoted to celebrating iconic sci-fi series. While his love for classic television remains, Alastair's focus at Memorable TV is firmly on the present, analyzing the latest trends in the television landscape, from gripping crime dramas to the ever-evolving strategies of Survivor. His insights have been featured in numerous publications. At Memorable TV, Alastair's goal is to provide readers with sharp commentary, engaging reviews, and in-depth analysis of the shows dominating the current conversation.