Walter Easmon

 is the protagonist of In the Long Run. He is a car factory worker and patriarch of the Easmon family located in England.

Biography
Walter arrived with his wife Agnes in the United Kingdom from Sierra Leone thirteen years ago seeking a better life. While he and his family are settled comfortably in 1985, their quiet lives are flipped over when Walter's brother Valentine arrives. While delighted to have his brother around, Walter must help Valentine find a stable job as he deals with the changes taking place around him.

Trivia

 * Walter was loosely based on Elba's late father, Winston.