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The River(1988)

19881 season6 episodes30m

60%User score 60 percent

User Score

7 votes

Overview

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.

Created by: Michael Aitkens

Seasons(1)

Series 11988 · 6 episodesOctober 20, 1988

Season list for The River

Top Billed Cast

Katy Murphy
Sarah MacDonald
David Essex
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Facts

Status: Ended
Type: Scripted
Original name: The River
First aired: October 20, 1988
Last aired: November 24, 1988
Network: BBC One
Original language: English

Keywords

love-hate relationship
romcom
ex-con
sitcom

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