The Run Away cast features James Nesbitt, Ruth Jones and Alfred Enoch. This info article contains minor spoilers and character details for Danny Brocklehurst’s 2026 Netflix miniseries. Check out more cast guides in Vague Visages’ Know the Cast category.

Run Away takes place in England. As Simon Greene searches for his missing daughter, he learns about a series of local homicides. The narrative follows the main protagonist’s attempts to understand the big picture while collaborating with a private detective. Here’s every actor and character in Run Away, an adaptation of Harlan Coben’s 2019 novel.

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Run Away Cast: James Nesbitt as Simon Greene

Character Profile: A financial advisor. He goes viral after attacking his missing daughter’s alleged boyfriend. Simon learns important facts about his family while teaming up with a private detective.

Nesbitt’s Resume: Pig Finn in Waking Ned Devine (1998), Ivan Cooper in Bloody Sunday (2002), DS Tommy Murphy in Murphy’s Law (2003-07), Detective Banner in Match Point (2005), Bofur in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)

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Run Away Cast: Ruth Jones as Elena Ravenscroft

Character Profile: A private detective. She is a widow who believes in Simon’s innocence. Elena thinks about her late husband while being manipulated by local criminals.

Jones’ Resume: Bates’ Maid in Emma (1996), Kelly Chadwick/Kelly Simpson in Fat Friends (2000-05), Nessa Jenkins in Gavin & Stacey (2007-24), Hattie Jacques in Hattie (2011), Stella in Stella (2012-17)

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Run Away Cast: Alfred Enoch as Isaac Fagbenle

Character Profile: A detective. He is a proud man who maintains a romantic relationship with a colleague. Isaac clashes with Simon during his investigation.

Enoch’s Resume: Dean Thomas in the Harry Potter Movie Franchise (2001-11), Wes Gibbins/Christopher Castillo in How to Get Away with Murder (2014-20),  Raych Foss in Foundation (2021-23), Adam in This Is Christmas (2022), Pete in The Couple Next Door (2023)

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Run Away Cast: Ingrid Oliver as Yvonne Previdi

Character Profile: Simon’s sister-in-law and co-worker. She is a pediatrician who offers advice during a criminal investigation. Yvonne protects her sister’s best interests.

Oliver’s Resume: Mimi Throckmorton in Material Girl (2010), Osgood in Doctor Who (2013-15), Brigitte Desjardins in The Hustle (2019), DI St John in Sweetpea (2024), Joanna in The Thursday Murder Club (2025)

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Run Away Cast: Amy Gledhill as Ruby Todd

Character Profile: Simon’s love interest. She is a detective who investigates various homicides. Ruby maintains a playful relationship with Simon.

Gledhill’s Resume: Michelle Ness in The Emily Atack Show (2020-22), Susie in Life (2020), Lesley in Alma’s Not Normal (2021-24), Shar in Hullraisers (2023), Esthetician in Sex Education (2023)

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Run Away Cast: Annette Badland as Lou

Character Profile: Elena’s mother-in-law. She is a tech expert who assists with a homicide investigation. Lou protects the legacy of her late son.

Badland’s Resume: Charlotte in Bergerac (1981-84), Cook in A Little Princess (1987), Jolly Woman in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), Babe Smith in EastEnders (2014-17), Mae Green in Ted Lasso (2020-23)

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Run Away Cast: Lucian Msamati as Cornelius Faber

Character Profile: Isaac’s former neighbor. He is a military veteran who assists Simon with his investigation. Cornelius shoots a man during an underworld confrontation.

Msamati’s Resume: General Charles Motomba in The International (2009), Salladhor Saan in Game of Thrones (2012-14), Ed Dumani in Gangs of London (2020-22), Max Mallowan in See How They Run (2022), Adeyemi in Conclave (2024)

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Run Away Cast: Minnie Driver as Ingrid Greene

Character Profile: Simon’s wife. She gets shot while investigating her daughter’s disappearance. Ingrid’s backstory plays a crucial role in the Netflix series’ overall narrative.

Driver’s Resume: Benny in Circle of Friends (1995), Skylar in Good Will Hunting (1997), Dahlia Malloy in The Riches (2007-08), Fiona in About a Boy (2014-15), Maya DiMeo in Speechless (2016-2019)

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The Run Away cast also includes:

• Adrian Greensmith as Sam Greene
• Ellie de Lange as Paige Greene
• Mark Bazeley as Jay Stanfield
• Maeve Courtier-Lilley as Dee Dee
• Jon Pointing as Ash
• Ellie Henry as Anya Greene
• Chanel Waddock as Maria
• Connor Porter as Luther
• Thomas Flynn as Aaron Corval
• Marcus Fraser as Rocco
• Ben Galvin as Doug Mulzer
• Simon Thorp as Sebastian Thorpe
• Clara Lioe as Katie
• Joseph Thompson as The Visitor
• Simon Bubb as Joel Ravenscroft
• Geraldine James as Mother Adiona
• Grace Delaney as Daisy
• Vikash Bhai as Alex Talbot

Q.V. Hough (@QVHough) is Vague Visages’ founding editor.