S01E01 Feng Suey
After a recent break-up, Alma tries to get her life back on track. But with no job, no qualifications and a rebellious streak a mile wide, it is not going to be easy.
Alma's Not Normal
S01E05: On Record
When social services sends through her records, Alma faces up to her experiences of being in the care system. Will she end up missing out on an opportunity of a lifetime?
Overview
Big dreams, no qualifications and always herself. Mum’s been sectioned, Gran’s too busy, but after a messy break-up, wild child Alma aims to break free in Bolton.
Episodes
S01E02 Ruby
Alma reluctantly takes up the position of ‘Sandwich Artiste’ at SubNGo. But after a demeaning trial shift she decides to try a different career path.
S01E03 The Richard Gere
Alma is finally making some money by embracing her role as Ruby when she meets Phil. He’s a client who is handsome and sophisticated, but is he too good to be true?
S01E04 Boom and Bust
There’s some good news for Lin, as her section could finally be lifted - but it means Alma has to convince Grandma Joan to let her mum move in.
S01E05 On Record
When social services sends through her records, Alma faces up to her experiences of being in the care system. Will she end up missing out on an opportunity of a lifetime?
S01E06 Sticking With You
News that Alma will be leaving for a six month theatre tour looks like it might push her mum Lin over the edge. Is Alma prepared to give up on her dreams to save her...
Cast
Sophie Willan
Alma
Jayde Adams
Leanne
Lorraine Ashbourne
Joan
Siobhan Finneran
Lin
Nicholas Asbury
Jim
Dave Jones
BIll
