Ep 1. Episode One

In the Long Run is a British television sitcom that first premiered on Sky One in 2018. The show is created, written, and produced by Idris Elba, who also stars in the series. The show is based on Elba's childhood experiences growing up in East London during the 1980s.

In the Long Run season 2 episode 1 is titled "Episode One" and picks up the story from where season one ended. The episode begins with Walter (Idris Elba) working as a mini-cab driver. He is dealing with a problematic boss, and his workmate, Bagpipes (Bill Bailey), is constantly causing chaos at work. Meanwhile, his wife, Agnes (Madeline Appiah), is busy with her nursing job at the hospital.

One of Walter's close friends, Valentine (Jimmy Akingbola), invites him to a party to celebrate their friend, Bubba's return from Nigeria. However, Walter is not interested as he has to work the following day, but Agnes convinces him to attend. When they arrive at the party, they are greeted by their old friends who are delighted to see them.

The party is in full swing when Bubba (Sammy Kamara) arrives, and everyone is excited to see him. Walter notices that Bubba has changed considerably since he left for Nigeria. He is now wearing traditional Nigerian clothes and has a big smile on his face. However, Walter is not sure if he likes Bubba's new look, and he feels embarrassed whenever Bubba introduces him to his Nigerian friends.

As the night continues, Walter gets increasingly drunk and becomes angry when he sees Bagpipes flirting with a young woman. The situation escalates, and Walter causes a scene, embarrassing himself and Agnes. The morning after, Walter wakes up with a hangover and is reminded by Agnes of his drunken behaviour.

In the meantime, Bagpipes comes to Walter's house to apologise for his behaviour at the party. He tells Walter that he has found a new job as a tour guide and is excited about his new career. Walter is happy for Bagpipes but feels left behind as he cannot seem to find a way out of his current situation.

The episode ends with Walter attending a job interview for a new position and being asked if he has any criminal convictions. The question reminds him of his past mistakes, and he becomes anxious. When he returns home, Agnes tells him that she is pregnant, and they rejoice in their good news.

In conclusion, In the Long Run season 2 episode 1 is a funny and entertaining start to the new season. The episode touches on themes of friendship, family, and ambition, and the characters are relatable and likable. The performances by the cast are excellent, especially Idris Elba, who portrays the frustration and struggles of an immigrant worker in Thatcher-era Britain. The episode sets up an interesting storyline for the rest of the season, and fans of the show can look forward to seeing what happens next.