Out of the Blue
- Crime
- 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.
Out of the Blue is a British crime drama that premiered on May 23, 1995, following ambitious detective sergeant Franky Drinkall as an epilepsy diagnosis derails his career and personal life. The series ran for two seasons before ending, exploring themes of denial, professional struggle, and the emotional toll on those around him. DS Rebecca Bennett anchors the ensemble cast as she navigates complex workplace relationships amid the unfolding tragedy.
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John HannahDS Franky Drinkall
Orla BradyDS Rebecca Bennett
Peter WightDC Ron Ludlow
Neil DudgeonDC Marty Brazil
Lennie JamesDC Bruce Hannaford
Darrell D'SilvaDC Warren Allen
Andy RashleighDC Tony Bromley
Jonathan DuttineDI Eric Temple
Stephen BillingtonPC Alex Holder
Pauline BlackDr Innocent Adesigbin
David MorrisseyDS Jim 'Lew' Lewyn- Ingrid WellsSally Neville
Nicola StephensonLucy Shaw- Sally ProctorDonna Ludlow
Sally EdwardsKath Ludlow
Trailer
Out of the Blue DVD Trailer - BBC police drama starring John Hannah, Lennie James, David Morrissey
Seasons
2 seasons
Episodes · Season 2
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Fake | 1996-08-05 | 50m | 0.0 |
| 02 | True Colours | 1996-08-12 | 50m | 0.0 |
| 03 | Safety Box | 1996-08-19 | 50m | 0.0 |
| 04 | Gun and Nail | 1996-08-26 | 50m | 0.0 |
| 05 | Shooting Ducks | 1996-09-02 | 50m | 0.0 |
| 06 | Stem the Tide | 1996-09-09 | 50m | 0.0 |
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Is Out of the Blue renewed or cancelled?
Out of the Blue has ended — it concluded its planned run.
Out of the Blue — frequently asked
When did Out of the Blue premiere?
Out of the Blue premiered on May 23, 1995.
How many seasons did the series have?
The series ran for 2 seasons before ending.
What is the main plot of Out of the Blue?
The series follows detective sergeant Franky Drinkall, whose life unravels after he is diagnosed with epilepsy and refuses to accept his condition, while his colleague DS Rebecca Bennett becomes caught between the affections of two other officers.
Is Out of the Blue still airing?
No, the series ended after its two-season run and is no longer in production.
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