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Out of the Blue

TV series

Out of the Blue

8/ 10· 1199550 min2 seasons · 12 episodes
CrimeDrama

“THE HARD-HITTING BBC ONE POLICE DRAMA”

Ambitious DS Franky Drinkall's life is turned upside down when he is diagnosed with epilepsy. His refusal to accept his condition leads him into a downward spiral and ultimately to his demise. DS Rebecca Bennett gives an ever-present emotional charge as she finds herself the subject of both PC Holder's and DC Allen's affections.

Created by
Bill Gallagher

Seasons and episodes

2 seasons · 12 episodes

Ended
Series 2

Series 2

6 episodesAugust 5, 1996
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  1. 1
    S2 E1

    Fake

    Aug 5, 199650 min

    Young couple Matt and Joanne report that their child has been snatched from the bus station, but none of the witness statements tie up with their story. A photo-processing plant alerts the police to photographs of a bound and gagged woman,

  2. 2
    S2 E2

    True Colours

    Aug 12, 199650 min

    The murder of taxi firm owner, Mr Sidikki, reveals a tangled web of lies surrounding a family feud. Llewyn reveals his true nature as he pursues the killer. Hannaford comes under pressure when his father's schizophrenia starts to interfere

  3. 3
    S2 E3

    Safety Box

    Aug 19, 199650 min

    Terry Forrest makes the difficult decision to confess that he has been raped by another man. Brazil and Ludlow get a lesson in modern-day policing. Allen attempts to solve the mystery of money falling through the snooker ceiling.

  4. 4
    S2 E4

    Gun and Nail

    Aug 26, 199650 min

    Drug dealer Tommy Defty has a reputation of being untouchable. He uses children as drug runners, as they're under the age of criminal responsibility. Llewyn decides to play Defty at his own game by using his mother as leverage.

  5. 5
    S2 E5

    Shooting Ducks

    Sep 2, 199650 min

    Down and out Nikki is the latest member of the community poisoned by a stranger offering a drink. The situation takes a dark turn when vagrant Jackson Hanley dies. Hannaford attempts to prove Gibbs is dealing in stolen goods.

  6. 6
    S2 E6

    Stem the Tide

    Sep 9, 199650 min

    The body of a 14-year-old girl is discovered in a derelict building. The team soon discover she was engaged in underage prostitution, and local boxer Vinnie Harper is implicated. Allen fights for his career following his breakup with Lucy.

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How many seasons of Out of the Blue are there?
Out of the Blue has 2 seasons and 12 episodes. Status: Ended.
Will there be a new season of Out of the Blue?
Out of the Blue has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on September 9, 1996.
Who stars in Out of the Blue?
Out of the Blue stars Orla Brady, Peter Wight, Neil Dudgeon, Lennie James, Darrell D'Silva.

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