Episodes

1: Episode 1

Feb 20, 1991

Simon Leighton is in trouble for continually bunking off school. But he stays at home for a reason.

2: Episode 2

Feb 27, 1991

Simon is put into care.

3: Episode 3

Mar 6, 1991

Simon's sprained ankle hinders his escape.

4: Episode 4

Mar 13, 1991

Simon is still determined to get his father away from hospital - and old man Penfold might have just the plan.

5: Episode 5

Mar 20, 1991

Now they have escaped from the assessment centre, Simon and Rose try to start a new life.

6: Episode 6

Mar 27, 1991

Simon has learned the truth about his mother's death, but is unsure about his feelings for Rose.

Originals for BBC

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