Running Scared Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1986 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Running Scared
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Running Scared have?
Running Scared has 1 season and 6 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 15, 1986.
Is Running Scared renewed, ended, or canceled?
Running Scared has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Running Scared?
It takes 2h 30m (150 minutes) to watch the complete run of Running Scared. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 2.5 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 1.3 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Running Scared?
Running Scared is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Running Scared?
Running Scared has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Running Scared?
The primary ensemble cast includes Amarjit Dhillon as Narinder Sidhu, Julia Millbank as Paula Prescott, Desmond McNamara as Mick Prescott, James Cosmo as Detective Inspector McNeil (age 78).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Amarjit Dhillon | Narinder Sidhu | – |
| Julia Millbank | Paula Prescott | – |
| Desmond McNamara | Mick Prescott | – |
| James Cosmo | Detective Inspector McNeil | 78 |
| Renu Setna | Pratap Singh Sidhu | – |
| Christopher Ellison | Charlie Elkin | 79 |
| Hetty Baynes | Leila | 70 |
| Maureen Sweeney | Dolly Prescott | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Running Scared are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.