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Netflix's Run Away has kicked off 2026 with a surprise.
The streaming giant dropped Run Away on New Year's Day, and audiences couldn't get enough. Within a day of its release, the series climbed to second place on global charts. It trails only behind Stranger Things, which has consistently broken records. The miniseries marks another partnership between Netflix and author Harlan Coben.
Coben and Netflix's collaboration has produced several hits over the years. Run Away is set to join that successful lineup. The series made a strong debut across significant markets, including the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. Viewers worldwide tuned in to watch this engaging family drama. The show explores themes of loss, family secrets, and the lengths parents will go to protect their children. This latest premiere continues the momentum from former Coben adaptations that have consistently topped streaming records.
What makes Run Away stand out
Run Away follows the story of Simon Greene, whose seemingly perfect life falls apart when his daughter Paige disappears. He at last finds her in a vulnerable state, dealing with addiction on the streets. Simon thinks he has a second chance to protect her and get her home. But Paige disappears again, pulling him into a threatening underworld he never knew existed.
The lookout threatens to finish everything he holds close. His family begins to fall apart as dangerous secrets from the past emerge.
The story draws audiences in with its authentic portrayal of a parent's worst fear. Every episode peels back an additional layer of mystery. The tension builds as Simon discovers that his daughter's disappearance is connected to something much more significant. The stakes escalate with every new revelation. Audiences find themselves questioning how well anyone knows their family members.
The powerhouse cast brings the story to life in Run Away
James Nesbitt leads the cast as Simon Greene. Nesbitt has previously appeared in other adaptations of Coben's works, such as Stay Close and Missing You.
The cast also includes Minnie Driver, who plays Ingrid, Simon's wife, and Ellie de Lange, who plays Paige. The supporting cast includes Alfred Enoch, Ruth Jones and Lucian Msamati.
The creative vision behind Run Away
Harlan Coben based Run Away on his eponymous novel. He shared his thoughts about the show with Netflix. The writer explained that the family sits at the core of the story. It examines what people do to keep their families together when everything falls apart.
The series also delves into the secrets families keep from the world and from one another.
Coben's participation in the adaptation process ensures the show stays true to his vision. He understands the best way to translate his novels into engaging television. The writer knows which elements to emphasize for maximum impact on screen and his track record with Netflix speaks for itself.
The Coben-Netflix partnership continues through Run Away
This release follows a winning string of collaborations between the streaming platform and the author. Their collaboration began in August 2018 with a multi-million-dollar signing. Since then, they have extended their agreement several times. Former shows like Fool Me Once and Missing You became massive hits. These shows demonstrated that Coben's storytelling style is effective for binge-watching viewers.
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