A young boy, tired of his mother's abusive boyfriend, sets out on an adventure to London, meeting a friendly man. But there is fear on the streets and people are missing. Will Link be next?
Acting
Peter Howitt's terrifyingly ordinary villain.
Direction
Whittaker's claustrophobic London streets.
Director
Stephen Whittaker
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Robert Swindells' 1993 novel, adapted for Screen Two's respected drama slot.
Part of 1990s Britain's grim fascination with 'dangerous streets'—think Child's Play 3 moral panic era.
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