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[Mid Life Crisis Marathon Man]

Yes, you've got it. Starred Bob Peck as a Yorkshire detective, whose daughter (the very cute Joanne Whalley) is bumped off, and which all turns out to be a rather intriguing nuclear thriller. Very good stuff. Pendleton (Charles Kay) was one of the especially interesting key characters. Also of interest was the now rarely-seen David Jackson (Gan in Blakes 7) in an important minor role.

It was written by Troy Kennedy-Martin, of "Z Cars", "The Sweeney" and "Reilly Ace of Spies" fame.

Apart from being one of Bob Peck's finest small screen performances, the series is also remembered for Eric Clapton & Michael Kamen's haunting theme music.

It's finally now available on BBC DVD. Brilliant!