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In the Long Run

7.420183 seasonsTV SeriesComedy

Set in 1980s London, this comedy series follows 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,…

ProducerAlison B. Matthews

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Jul 23, 2020 7.0
E2
Episode 2
Jul 30, 2020 7.0
E3
Episode 3
Aug 6, 2020 6.5
E4
Episode 4
Aug 13, 2020 6.0
E5
Episode 5
Aug 20, 2020 6.0
E6
Episode 6
Aug 27, 2020 6.0

Cast

JAJimmy Akingbola
Jimmy Akingbola
Valentine Easmon
IEIdris Elba
Idris Elba
Walter Easmon
MAMadeline Appiah
Madeline Appiah
Agnes Easmon
BBBill Bailey
Bill Bailey
Bagpipes
KSKellie Shirley
Kellie Shirley
Kirsty
SKSammy Kamara
Sammy Kamara
Kobna
RRRobert Ryan
Robert Ryan
Bar Regular
RSRachel Sophia-Anthony
Rachel Sophia-Anthony
Local Resident (uncredited)

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In the Long Run — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams In the Long Run?

In the Long Run is streaming on Sky Go and Now TV in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is In the Long Run on Netflix?

No, In the Long Run is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Sky Go and Now TV.

Is In the Long Run on Amazon Prime Video?

No, In the Long Run isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Sky Go and Now TV instead.

Where can I watch In the Long Run for free?

In the Long Run is available on Sky Go and Now TV in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in In the Long Run?

In the Long Run has 3 seasons in total (19 episodes). The series concluded in 2020.

Are all episodes of In the Long Run out yet?

Yes — all 19 episodes across 3 seasons of In the Long Run are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 4 of In the Long Run?

No — In the Long Run ended after 3 seasons, so there is no Season 4.