TV series
The River
1988, English, on BBC One. Created by Michael Aitkens.
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.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1988
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Latest episode
S1 E6: Episode 6
Aired 24 November 1988
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Michael AitkensCreator
- Katy MurphySarah MacDonald · 6 ep
- David EssexDavey Jackson · 6 ep
- Shaun ScottTom Pike · 6 ep
- David RyallColonel Danvers · 6 ep
- Vilma HollingberyAunt Betty · 6 ep
- Camille CoduriCousin Sheila · 1 ep
- Nigel WilliamsNigel Buchanan · 1 ep
- Arthur WhiteInspector Snape · 1 ep
- Louise HarrisonGirl on Boat · 1 ep
- Christopher WhitehouseMan on Boat · 1 ep
- Stephen RiddleBunbury Captain · 1 ep
- Eric FrancisElderly Gent · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 20 October 1988
- Last aired
- 24 November 1988
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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The River: quick answers
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How many seasons of The River are there?
The River has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The River finished?
Yes. The River ended in 1988, so you can watch the whole story.
Is The River suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The River?
If you liked The River, try Who's the Boss?, Coach, Key & Peele.
Who created The River?
The River was created by Michael Aitkens and stars Katy Murphy, David Essex, Shaun Scott.