Run Away on Netflix is based on author and executive producer Harlan Coben’s best-selling novel of the same name.
Netflix’s upcoming thriller Run Away is about to hit the screens and it features a star-studded cast that viewers will recognise.
For several years now, Netflix has been delivering Harlan Coben dramas, from The Stranger and Fool Me Once to this year’s 2025 Missing You and now, another one is on its way.
Run Away, based on Coben’s 2019 novel of the same name, tells the gripping tale of a desperate father searching for his drug-addicted daughter who has disappeared after severing ties with her family.
As with any Harlan Coben drama, Run Away is packed with familiar faces so here’s a rundown of the cast.
Run Away on Netflix cast
Simon Greene – James Nesbitt
Simon had an idyllic family life until his daughter Paige (portrayed by Ellie de Lange) ran away from home.
Six months later, he finally locates her, but this discovery triggers a series of other distressing events.
James Nesbitt, who plays Simon, first gained fame as Adam Williams in the comedy-drama Cold Feet. More recently, he’s known for his roles in The Hobbit franchise as Bofur and BBC drama Bloodlands as DCI Tom Brannick.
He has also appeared in other Harlan Coben dramas such as Stay Close and Missing You.
Elena Ravenscroft – Ruth Jones
Ruth Jones, famous for her role as the enigmatic yet endearing Nessa Jenkins in Gavin and Stacey, is another key member of the cast.
Her other notable roles include Stella, Hattie, Fat Friends, Little Britain, and Nighty Night.
Jones takes on the role of private investigator Elena Ravenscroft who becomes involved while investigating another case of a young person running away from home.
Isaac Fagbenle – Alfred Enoch
Detective Isaac Fagbenle, played by Alfred Enoch, is at the centre of a gripping investigation with Simon as the prime suspect.
Enoch is best known for his roles as Dean Thomas in the Harry Potter series and Wes Gibbins in the legal thriller How To Get Away With Murder.
Paige Greene – Ellie de Lange
Ellie de Lange, who has starred in acclaimed dramas such as Wolf Hall, The Serpent, The Tattooist of Auschwitz and Arcadia, portrays Ellie, Simon’s daughter.
Her character takes a dark turn, running away and falling into homelessness and drug addiction.
Cornelius Faber – Lucian Msamati
While living in a dilapidated flat with her boyfriend, Ellie befriends Cornelius, their neighbour. He becomes instrumental in helping Simon locate his daughter, but can he truly be trusted?
Lucian Msamati, known for his roles as Salladhor Saan in HBO’s Game of Thrones, David Runihura in Black Earth Rising and Ed Dumani in Sky’s Gangs of London, brings Cornelius to life.
Jessica Kinberg – Tracy-Ann Oberman
Tracy-Ann Oberman, famous for her roles as the fiery Chrissie Watts in EastEnders and Auntie Val in the popular comedy Friday Night Dinner, plays Jessica Kinberg, Simon’s no-nonsense lawyer who goes to great lengths to keep him out of trouble.
Ingrid Greene – Minnie Driver
Ingrid, Simon’s wife, is desperate to bring her daughter back home safely. She is terrified for her daughter’s wellbeing and will stop at nothing to ensure her safe return.
The character is portrayed by actress Minnie Driver, who is widely recognised for her role as Skylar in Good Will Hunting alongside Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Robin Williams.
Driver’s other notable performances include The Riches, Speechless, The Serpent Queen, The Borderline and, most recently, she graced the fifth season of Netflix’s Emily in Paris as Princess Jane.
The ensemble cast also features:
Lou – Annette Badland
Ash – Jon Pointing
Dee Dee – Maeve Courtier-Lilley
Yvonne – Ingrid Oliver
Wiley Corval – Joe McGann
Run Away is set to premiere on New Year’s Day, Thursday, January 1, on Netflix.