Series

Out of the Blue

“THE HARD-HITTING BBC ONE POLICE DRAMA”

★ 8.0(1)199550m2 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Bill Gallagher, Peter Bowker
Release date: 1995-05-23
Runtime: 50m
Language: English
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 12
Network: BBC One
Status: Ended
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

Out of the Blue — trailer

About Out of the Blue

Out of the Blue is a 1995 web series in the Crime and Drama genres, created by Bill Gallagher and Peter Bowker, starring Orla Brady, Peter Wight and Neil Dudgeon. It spans 2 seasons and 12 episodes, and originally aired on BBC One. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Out of the Blue in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Seasons (2)

Series 16 eps · 1995

Series 26 eps · 1996

Cast

Orla Brady

DS Rebecca Bennett

Peter Wight

DC Ron Ludlow

Neil Dudgeon

DC Marty Brazil

Lennie James

DC Bruce Hannaford

Darrell D'Silva

DC Warren Allen

Andy Rashleigh

DC Tony Bromley

Jonathan Duttine

DI Eric Temple

David Morrissey

DS Jim 'Lew' Lewyn

Ingrid Wells

Sally Neville

Themes & keywords

englandpoliceyorkshirepolice detectivepolice proceduralpolice crime dramacrime drama

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Out of the Blue in South Africa?+

Out of the Blue is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Out of the Blue on Netflix?+

Out of the Blue is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How many seasons of Out of the Blue are there?+

Out of the Blue has 2 seasons and 12 episodes in total.

Who stars in Out of the Blue?+

Out of the Blue stars Orla Brady, Peter Wight, Neil Dudgeon, Lennie James and Darrell D'Silva.

When did Out of the Blue come out?+

Out of the Blue is a 1995 web series created by Bill Gallagher and Peter Bowker.

What genre is Out of the Blue?+

Out of the Blue is Crime and Drama series.

Who created Out of the Blue?+

Out of the Blue was created by Bill Gallagher and Peter Bowker.