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The Runaway Summer

19711 seasonMary Ridge

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The plot revolves around Mary, a girl sent to spend the summer with her aunt and uncle in a coastal English town while her mother is away in Africa. Feeling alienated, she befriends a young boy who turns out to be the son of an African diplomat who has been kidnapped. The children work together to keep him hidden and safe.

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What is The Runaway Summer (1971) about?

The plot revolves around Mary, a girl sent to spend the summer with her aunt and uncle in a coastal English town while her mother is away in Africa. Feeling alienated, she befriends a young boy who turns out to be the son of an African diplomat who has been kidnapped. The children work together to keep him hidden and safe.

Who stars in The Runaway Summer?

The Runaway Summer stars Carol Davis (Mary), Jeffrey Sirr (Krishna), Beryl Cooke (Aunt Alice), John Welsh (Grandfather), Stephen Bone (Simon). The series was created by Mary Ridge.

How many seasons does The Runaway Summer have?

The Runaway Summer has 1 seasons. There are 4 episodes in total.

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