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6.07 votes198830mEndedComedy

Synopsis

The River follows the tranquil life of lovable, Cockney, ex-convict Davey Jackson who is lock keeper on the canal near the village of Chumley-on-the-Water.

Episodes

Series 1

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1. Episode 1Now viewing1988-10-2030mCockney Davey Jackson enjoys a quiet life living with his Aunt Maud in the little village of Chumley-on-the-Water. He makes his living as a lock keeper for the village, but his peaceful existence is shattered when bolshy Scotswoman Sarah MacDonald comes through the river one day and ends up in the water after they clash. And as she meets some of the more unusual residents in the village, it seems both of them have something to hide.
2. Episode 21988-10-2730mDavey is tasked with compiling a team with local residents to compete against neighboring village Bunbury in a cricket match, which is no easy task. Meanwhile, Sarah annoys the passing barges with her painting and her attitude, so Davey challenges her to be nice to someone. But she isn't going to like the person he chooses for her.
3. Episode 31988-11-0330mSarah gets a case of the green-eyed monster when she sees Davey talking to a woman on a barge and is determined to find out his background regarding women. But Sarah has her own secret, and when she receives a letter that morning, she refuses to tell Davey what it contains, leading Davey to wonder just what she has to hide.
4. Episode 41988-11-1030mSarah kisses Davey while out birdwatching, but she's unable to cope with her burgeoning feelings towards him. Meanwhile, Davey's attractive cousin Sheila comes to visit, and Aunt Betty plots to use her to seduce Davey and tempt him away from Sarah.
5. Episode 51988-11-1730mSarah refuses to talk to Davey after discovering cousin Sheila in his bed. And that's not the only hot water Davey's in when he receives a letter from the Water Board, informing him that an Inspector will be arriving to review his position as lock keeper after several complaints.
6. Episode 61988-11-2430mDavey and Sarah's first time together doesn't go according to plan, leading Sarah to blame herself. And with Aunt Betty causing more mischief to try and split them up, Sarah decides she must leave the village. Can Davey do anything to stop her?

Cast

Top Billed Cast

Katy Murphy
Sarah MacDonald
David Essex
Davey Jackson
Shaun Scott
Tom Pike
David Ryall
Colonel Danvers
Vilma Hollingbery
Aunt Betty

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How many seasons does The River have?

The River has 1 season and 6 episodes.

When did The River first air?

The River first aired in 1988.

Is The River still running?

The River's status on TMDB is: Ended.

What genre is The River?

The River is classified as Comedy.