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Alma's Not Normal
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.
Key Crew
Writer: Sophie Willan
Producer: Gill Isles
Director: Andrew Chaplin
Top Cast
Sophie Willan
Alma
Jayde Adams
Leanne
Lorraine Ashbourne
Joan
Siobhan Finneran
Lin
Nicholas Asbury
Jim
Dave Jones
BIll
Seasons
Season 1 (2020)
No overview available.
6 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: Feng Suey
2020-04-07After 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.
Runtime: 29 minEpisode 2: Ruby
2021-09-20Alma reluctantly takes up the position of ‘Sandwich Artiste’ at SubNGo. But after a demeaning trial shift she decides to try a different career path.
Runtime: 29 minEpisode 3: The Richard Gere
2021-09-27Alma 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?
Runtime: 29 minEpisode 4: Boom and Bust
2021-10-04There’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.
Runtime: 29 minEpisode 5: On Record
2021-10-11When 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?
Runtime: 29 minEpisode 6: Sticking With You
2021-10-18News 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 mum?
Runtime: 29 minSeason 2 (2024)
After a recent break-up, Alma tries to get her life back on track.
6 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: No Going Back
2024-10-07Alma is back in town and desperate for things to be different. And they certainly are different - Joan has some shocking news that’s going to change everything.
Runtime: 27 minEpisode 2: Padaming All Over the Place
2024-10-14Grandma advises Alma to have some fun, so she finds herself a date and bags a job at Leanne’s – neither of which go to plan. Maybe Alma’s fine as she is.
Runtime: 28 minEpisode 3: Who the F Is Alice?
2024-10-21Reunited with her extended family for the funeral of her great-grandmother, Alma realises that her eccentric Boltonian family is what makes her unique.
Runtime: 29 minEpisode 4: The Black and White Movie
2024-10-28Alma has been dreaming of meeting her long-lost father since she was a little girl. When she finally tracks him down, can he live up to the man she’s always dreamt of?
Runtime: 29 minEpisode 5: Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien
2024-11-04Joan has more shocking news. She writes a bucket list and demands Alma and Lin help her to complete it. They take an unforgettable trip to Blackpool.
Runtime: 28 minEpisode 6: Never Give a Hamster Matches
2024-11-11Alma decides to channel Erin Brockovich to help her mum get out of a legal pickle she’s found herself in. Jim encourages Alma to start writing again.
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