Running Scared 1986
What is Running Scared?
Running Scared is a six-part British children's drama serial produced by the BBC and transmitted on BBC 1 in 1986. Based on a novel by Bernard Ashley, the story is set in Woolwich and follows a teenage girl named Paula who discovers evidence that could imprison a local criminal gang leader, placing her own life at risk.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 6
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 15, 1986
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Kids, Drama
- Updated
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Running Scared is a six-part British children's drama serial produced by the BBC and transmitted on BBC 1 in 1986. Based on a novel by Bernard Ashley, the story is set in Woolwich and follows a teenage girl named Paula who discovers evidence that could imprison a local criminal gang leader, placing her own life at risk.
The series is culturally notable for using the Kate Bush song Running Up That Hill as its main theme tune. It maintains a gritty tone throughout its narrative, utilizing local landmarks such as the Woolwich Ferry in key scenes.
Should you watch it?
“A teenage girl's life is endangered after she finds evidence against a local criminal gang leader.”
- Based on a novel by Bernard Ashley
- Features Kate Bush's Running Up That Hill as the main theme
- Set in Woolwich with appearances by the Woolwich Ferry
- The gritty tone may be too intense for some children's drama viewers
Watch it if you enjoy gritty British crime dramas from the 1980s.
The series is described as a gritty drama with a plot involving criminal gangs.
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Is Running Scared worth watching?
It may appeal to those interested in gritty 1980s BBC dramas and the works of Bernard Ashley.
What is the binge duration of the series?
The series consists of six parts.
Which episodes are essential?
The provided material does not list specific essential episodes, though it notes a key scene featuring the Woolwich Ferry.
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