Little Boy Blue

142017•45m•7.6/10

CrimeDrama

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7.6/10(42)

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.

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Production

ITV Studios

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

April 24, 2017

Last Aired

May 15, 2017

Networks

ITV1

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Episode 1

Air date: 2017-04-24

When 11-year-old schoolboy Rhys Jones is brutally shot dead, DS Dave Kelly is charged with brining his teenage killer to justice.

Episode 2

Air date: 2017-05-01

As 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.

Episode 3

Air date: 2017-05-08

When potential witness Claire Olssen is intimidated into changing her statement, the investigation team look for other ways to reinforce their case.

Episode 4

Air date: 2017-05-15

Mercer 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.