Out of the Blue — Season 2
THE HARD-HITTING BBC ONE POLICE DRAMA
About this season
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.
Episodes (6)
1. Fake
Aired 5 August 1996 • 50 min
Young couple Matt and Joanne report that their child has been snatched from the bus station, but none of the witness statements tie up with their story. A photo-processing plant alerts the police to photographs of a bound and gagged woman, but Richard Shaw, the owner of the photos, vehemently denies having anything to do with them. However, his traumatised daughter Lucy appears to be hiding something and turns to Allen for comfort.
2. True Colours
Aired 12 August 1996 • 50 min
The murder of taxi firm owner, Mr Sidikki, reveals a tangled web of lies surrounding a family feud. Llewyn reveals his true nature as he pursues the killer. Hannaford comes under pressure when his father's schizophrenia starts to interfere with his police work. Brazil prepares for his interview with the adoption agency but is thrown out by his wife. Lucy has moved in with Allen.
3. Safety Box
Aired 19 August 1996 • 50 min
Terry Forrest makes the difficult decision to confess that he has been raped by another man. Brazil and Ludlow get a lesson in modern-day policing. Allen attempts to solve the mystery of money falling through the snooker ceiling.
4. Gun and Nail
Aired 26 August 1996 • 50 min
Drug dealer Tommy Defty has a reputation of being untouchable. He uses children as drug runners, as they're under the age of criminal responsibility. Llewyn decides to play Defty at his own game by using his mother as leverage.
5. Shooting Ducks
Aired 2 September 1996 • 50 min
Down and out Nikki is the latest member of the community poisoned by a stranger offering a drink. The situation takes a dark turn when vagrant Jackson Hanley dies. Hannaford attempts to prove Gibbs is dealing in stolen goods.
6. Stem the Tide
Aired 9 September 1996 • 50 min
The body of a 14-year-old girl is discovered in a derelict building. The team soon discover she was engaged in underage prostitution, and local boxer Vinnie Harper is implicated. Allen fights for his career following his breakup with Lucy.