The official trailer for the next gripping drama from master storyteller Harlan Coben has finally arrived on Netflix, sending a wave of excitement through fans who spotted a familiar face from the wizarding world.
A Father's Desperate Search
Adapted from Coben's acclaimed 2019 novel, Run Away centres on Simon Greene, portrayed by acclaimed actor James Nesbitt. Simon's picture-perfect family life shatters when his eldest daughter, Paige Greene (Ellie de Lange), suddenly vanishes. The devastation of her disappearance is compounded six months later when Simon discovers Paige living on the streets, caught in the grip of addiction.
A desperate confrontation leads to a shocking act of violence, causing Simon to lose his daughter all over again. The core question of the series becomes whether he can ever find her and bring her home. The official trailer, released on Monday, 1 December, masterfully teases this intense and emotional plot.
Star-Studded Cast Revealed
The preview opens with a happy family moment as Simon and his loved ones drop Paige off for her first day at university. This idyllic scene quickly fractures, cutting to Paige screaming at her parents before running away. Later, Simon finds her bruised and busking for money.
The trailer also hints at a major crime: the murder of Paige's boyfriend, Aaron Corval, leaving viewers to wonder who is responsible. Alongside Nesbitt, the cast features Ruth Jones of Gavin and Stacey fame as private investigator Elena Ravenscroft.
However, it was the brief appearance of Detective Isaac Fagbenle that particularly electrified fans. The role is played by Alfred Enoch, best known for playing Dean Thomas in the Harry Potter film series and Wes Gibbins in the hit legal drama How To Get Away With Murder.
Fan Reaction and Release Date
Reaction to the trailer on platforms like YouTube was immediate and enthusiastic. One fan exclaimed, "Alfred Enoch! I'm watching," while another noted, "The kid who played Dean in Harry Potter grew up to be such a good looking guy." Many viewers expressed their automatic trust in a Harlan Coben project, with comments like "Anything done by Harlan Coben I’m watching!" and "Harlan Coben? I’m there."
Others described the preview as "chilling and intense" and stated they would be watching "the second it drops." The series is set to deliver a powerful start to the new year for thriller fans.
Run Away premieres globally on Netflix on New Year's Day, Thursday, 1 January 2026.
