“Compelling” and “gritty” British drama with Olivia Colman jumps up UK streaming chart

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I’m totally hooked on this new British drama called Run! It stars Olivia Colman and Lennie James, and everyone here in the UK is talking about it. It’s been doing really well on a streaming service, and the best part? There are only four episodes, so it’s a super quick binge – perfect for a weekend!

This series features four separate but related stories, each starring Olivia Colman, Jack James, Katie Leung, and Katharina Schüttler as main characters navigating the challenges life throws their way.

Originally shown on Channel 4 in 2013, the drama Run has become popular again recently thanks to being added to ITVX. It started gaining attention in December and is now the fourth most-watched show on the streaming platform.

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The drama, created by Daniel Fajemisin-Duncan and Marlon Smith, features a talented supporting cast alongside its main stars, including Benedict Wong, Jaime Winstone, Nav Sidhu, Chris Jarman, and Vincenzo Nicoli.

Although most critics haven’t reviewed it, The Times highly recommended the film, noting that it features characters rarely depicted on screen – those who are marginalized, overlooked, and forgotten. The publication described their stories as both grim and captivating.

Viewers generally loved the series, giving it an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 on IMDb based on over 2,100 reviews. Many praised the strong performances, skillful direction, and compelling storyline.

I was really drawn in by this series because it tells four separate stories that all connect through shared themes. It’s a pretty raw look at the everyday tragedies that happen in cities, but it’s also incredibly captivating. It really makes you think.

One viewer commented that the show’s creators and actors do a fantastic job of developing the characters so well, that by the end of each forty-three minute episode, it feels like we’ve known them for years.

Another viewer agreed, describing the four-episode series as a raw and realistic drama, not a lighthearted one. They praised its unflinching portrayal of difficult themes and highlighted the powerful, emotional performances from the entire cast.

Despite the success of Run on ITV’s streaming platform, the network has announced that production is underway for season seven of the popular crime series Unforgotten, featuring Sanjeev Bhaskar and Sinéad Keenan.

Run is streaming now on ITVX.

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2026-01-26 20:19