Little Boy Blue
Based on a true story, this four-part drama tells the story of the murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones in Croxteth, Liverpool, in 2007. It explores Melanie’s and Steve’s ordeal, and tells of how Rhys’ murderer and associates were eventually brought to justice.
Cast: Stephen Graham, Sinéad Keenan, Brían F. O'Byrne
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Season 1
4 episodes
1. Episode 1When 11-year-old schoolboy Rhys Jones is brutally shot dead, DS Dave Kelly is charged with brining his teenage killer to justice.14CC45minApr 24, 2017
2. Episode 2As Rhys Jones is laid to rest, a police raid at the home of Kevin Moody leads to the recovery of the gun used in the murder.14CC45minMay 1, 2017
3. Episode 3When potential witness Claire Olssen is intimidated into changing her statement, the investigation team look for other ways to reinforce their case.14CC45minMay 8, 2017
4. Episode 4Mercer and his associates are tried for their roles in Rhys's murder, but the verdict fails to bring closure for Mel and Steve as the fractures in their relationship come to a head. Then an unexpected setback leaves Kelly with the toughest decision of his career.14CC45minMay 15, 2017
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Little Boy Blue
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Based on a true story, this four-part drama tells the story of the murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones in Croxteth, Liverpool, in 2007. It explores Melanie’s and Steve’s ordeal, and tells of how Rhys’ murderer and associates were eventually brought to justice.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Paul Whittington
- Created by
- Kwadjo Dajan, Jeff Pope
- Studio
- ITV Studios
