The Runaways follows three young siblings in Yorkshire who journey across the country in an attempt to evade their uncle and social services after the death of their father.
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Is The Runaways worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch score
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61 (IMDb 5.8).
Is The Runaways okay for kids?
Strong language
Yes: its content advisories are strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Is The Runaways plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.
What tropes does The Runaways use?
Important HaircutAlleged LookalikesSatellite CharacterNo Celebrities Were HarmedThe Generic GuyCorrupt the CutieHistorical Villain DowngradeHistorical Villain UpgradeHard-Drinking Party GirlEstablishing Character MomentThe Lad-etteJail Bait Tabooand 29 more
TV Tropes lists 41 tropes for it, including Important Haircut, Alleged Lookalikes, and Satellite Character.