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A body is discovered on the pier and the Hennessys and the Kielys are at war again. Meanwhile, Michael is hiding something and Sharon discovers some shocking information about a colleague.

Episode 1

A familiar face returns to the Kiely family, spelling trouble for the Gardaí. While Niamh tries to get the café ready for its opening, her father's actions weigh heavily on her mind, with a visit from landlord Patricia Hennessy increasing the tension.

Episode 2

A visit to the hospital causes heartbreak for Superintendent James McKay and his wife Claire. As McKay worries for the wellbeing of his wife, she remains defiant. Garda Sharon Cleere and Garda Angela Tyrell discover another crisis. There are arguments in the Kiely household while Bridget and her loyal son Keith continue to plot revenge. Katie and David Hennessy continue to sneak around but are caught out. As David covers their tracks, Katie discovers something more sinister.

Episode 3

Michael Hennessy's lies catch up with him but his mum, Patricia, is determined to protect him. Despite Katie's promise to get on with estranged mum Bridget, there is an explosive showdown. A surprise visitor to the house rocks the family causing Bridget and Keith to resort to violence. Garda Angela Tyrell and Sharon Cleere make a tough decision and Sharon must keep quiet, yet again.

Episode 4

A mystery woman causes trouble for Garda Sharon Cleere and her colleague, Paudge. As they investigate further, they discover something that could land them in hot water. Liam tries to maintain a professional relationship with cafe landlord Patricia Hennessy, but their rendezvous planned for Friday suggests personal issues are at stake too. Over at the Kiely household, sparks are flying as Katie tries to restore order to the family. Elsewhere, Bridget has her sights set on winning back ex-husband, Vincent, and she won't take no for an answer.

Episode 5

Katie hears some good news but there are still potential problems that could ruin her chances. Patricia is fuming over a financial issue at the pub and knows who is to blame. Vincent finally takes a stand against Bridget with Katie's help. There is trouble at the cafe which may not open on time. Sharon begins to piece things together about McGonigle and her worst fears are confirmed.

Episode 6

Patricia Hennessy suspects Katie Kiely took the money from the pub and reports her to the Gardaí, but when questioned Katie insists she is not the culprit. Sharon shows partner Paudge the CCTV footage of Brian kissing a schoolgirl in his car but he wants nothing to do with it. As Paudge turns a blind eye, Sharon is uncertain what action to take.

Episode 7

Sharon finally confronts Brian with the CCTV footage of him kissing a schoolgirl but he denies everything and has an explanation for what she has seen. Michael Hennessy puts pressure on his brother David to end his relationship with Katie. David reluctantly agrees to end their love affair, but will he be able to stay away? A frustrated Paudge is forced to buy back his tenant Tony's debt.

Episode 8

As Bridget bags up Darren's belongings, grief overwhelms her, but a shocking discovery leaves her stunned. Back at the station, Brian unsettles Sharon when he suggests 'sticking together'. Problems continue at the Neptune cafe and Liam goes to sort things out with Patricia. Sharon and Paudge encounter danger while on a call at a block of flats.

Episode 9

Bridget tells Patricia a few home truths in a showdown at the pub, leaving Patricia reeling. A fire is discovered in the flat and, following the drama, Angela is taken to hospital. Brian's sinister side is revealed when he crosses the line and takes his frustrations out on a suspect.

Episode 10

David deceives Patricia and plans to head away for the night with Katie, and McKay discovers he too has been lied to when he takes Claire to the hospital. Meanwhile, back at the station, Sean and Adrijan help a woman whose car has been stolen, but there is more to the case than meets the eye.

Episode 11

Patricia corners Michael and he has no choice but to start giving her answers. David is summoned home and the truth finally emerges about the night of Darren Kiely's death, so the trio make a pact to keep what they know a secret from everyone - including Claire.

Episode 12

Brian gets more than be bargained for when he clashes with a local teenage tearaway who accuses him of police brutality, and Sharon makes a sickening discovery about the officer's private life. Meanwhile, Patricia Hennessy decides she has had enough of David's lies, and tells him to end his relationship with Katie Kiely.

Episode 13

Brian launches a ruthless campaign to save himself when faced with a garda investigation into his conduct, but he is blindsided by Sharon, who reveals that she knows he is still in a relationship with a schoolgirl and demands he put an end to it. Meanwhile, Angela's son Conor spots his father kissing another woman and a row ensues.

Episode 14

Sharon finally confronts Rachel about her relationship with Brian and urges her to tell her dad what is going on, but the schoolgirl pretends to be shocked at the allegations and denies everything.

Episode 15

Brian is determined to put a stop to Sharon's interference and arranges for them to be on patrol in the car together. However, things turn dangerous when they investigate a break-in at a warehouse, and it soon becomes all too clear that he had planned the whole thing.

Episode 16

Patricia and Claire discuss Michael's future with him in an attempt to prepare him for what may lie ahead, and he gets himself into more trouble after a few drinks with David. Meanwhile, Sharon receives an unwelcome visitor at the hospital.

Episode 17

Sharon attempts to summon the courage to tell the truth about her attack, but she begins to consider transferring to another station. Tommy accuses Angela of spending too much time at work, while Adrijan and Sean get to the bottom of a case with a missing girl.

Episode 18

Sharon returns to work to a hero's welcome, but Brian is as determined as ever to see her off his patch and steps the harassment up a notch. Meanwhile, a cry for help from a man in the cells goes unheard as the Gardai tackle a boisterous stag party.

Episode 19

Darkness hangs over the garda station following the death of one of the inmates who was being held in the cell and Sergeant Brian McGonigle, Adrijan and Sean are all questioned by the ombudsman over the fatal events. Meanwhile, Sharon is still struggling at work and is threatened once more by a persistent Brian as her refusal to request a transfer has incensed him.

Episode 20

Sharon becomes the first person to stand up to Brian when she refuses to give in to his tyrannical behaviour. Michael is furious to learn David is plotting to head to Australia with Katie, and back at the station, Sean remains rattled after the recent death in custody.

Episode 21

Thanks to Michael's big mouth, Katie finally finds out the truth about how David was being blackmailed by her brother in a discovery that leads to a revelation over David's involvement in the tragedy. Meanwhile, Brian steps up his vendetta against Sharon, who fights back. Despite learning that the death in custody was caused by a heart attack, the gardai aren't out of the woods yet.

Episode 22

Sean and Adrijan discover an abandoned baby by the road, Katie's revelations shock the Kielys, and Brian sabotages Sharon's plans to go home for her father's 60th birthday. Patricia is left red-faced when Niamh intercepts a suggestive phone call.

Episode 23

The Hennessy brothers face the full force of the gardai as both David and Michael are called in for questioning following Katie's damning statement regarding Darren's death. Meanwhile, Sharon struggles on after a troublesome criminal gives her a beating at work, and there are more shocks in store as Bridget is forced to confess to stealing her dead son's blackmail money.

Episode 24

Michael is taken into custody, and despite his brother-in-law McKay's words of encouragement to stand tall, he finds himself paralysed by fear. Meanwhile, this latest development in the long-standing feud leaves the Kielys overjoyed at the prospect of justice being served. Back at the station, the gardai are given the task of scattering an expat's ashes, and Angela is shocked when she uncovers the dead man's identity.

Episode 25

Despite her marital problems, Angela is compelled to turn to Tommy for support to deal with the devastating conclusion of a long-standing missing persons case she had been working on with Nikki. Meanwhile, at the station, Sharon is forced to endure an onslaught of mind games, bullying and intimidation, but it is clear she will not be able to withstand it for much longer.

Episode 26

Sharon loses her cool when out investigating a complaint by a member of the public, and her behaviour worries McKay, who orders her to take some time off. Brian is unable to resist antagonising her further, but he gets more than he bargained for. Irish crime drama, starring Jane McGrath and Sean Mahon.

Episode 27

Sharon's accusations send ripples through the Garda station, and it's unclear whether Paudge will protect her when he is called in for questioning. Brian insists the allegations are all part of an obsession Sharon had with him and remains adamant and cool in the face of examination - until McKay throws a curveball at him. Is he finally about to get his comeuppance, or will he get away with it?

Episode 28

Superintendent James McKay and Sergeant Angela Tyrell speak to Liam about the accusations made concerning his daughter, and an emotional Rachel gets upset as she confesses to kissing Brian. Irish crime drama following the Hennessys and Kielys, Red Rock's resident feuding families as they battle each other for supremacy.

Episode 29

Episode 30

Sergeant Brian McGonigle plays victim with Angela and McKay, and is informed that Sharon will be taking another week’s leave of absence. Rachel has crisis talks with Brian, but she starts to panic about the strength of their story. Irish crime drama following the Hennessys and Kielys, Red Rock’s resident feuding families as they battle each other for supremacy.

Episode 31

Despite Liam’s best efforts it appears there is no getting through to Rachel, and later the teenager is reported missing when she doesn’t turn up for school. Meanwhile, Conor tries to hide his withdrawal symptoms from Angela and Tommy

Episode 32

A mixed reception lies in store as Sharon returns to Red Rock station to lend a hand in the search for Rachel Reid - and a discovery on the beach leads everyone to fear the worst. Meanwhile, Angela feels the strain following her separation from Tommy.

Episode 33

As the search for Rachel continues, Liam storms the station and demands to see who's been brought in for questioning. The Gardai discover something at Barry's place that further links him to Rachel's disappearance, before getting word of a positive sighting. Meanwhile, Conor's heroin withdrawal gets the better of him while he is left to his own devices.

Episode 34

Rachel Reid is still missing, so her sister Niamh and dad Liam agree to do a television appeal, and Patricia Hennessy is called in to help. Meanwhile, Sharon finds a dead rat in her locker at work. Irish crime drama following the Hennessys and Kielys, Red Rock's resident feuding families, as they battle each other for supremacy.

Episode 35

Rachel Reid telephones Brian McGonigle to ask him to run away with her.

Episode 36

Rachel Reid contacts Brian McGonigle again, but this time it is more serious, as she has consumed a deadly concoction of vodka and pills.

Episode 37

Rachel lies unconscious in the caravan, having taken a cocktail of pills and vodka.

Episode 38

As Rachel Reid recovers in hospital following her ordeal, the Gardaí are anxious to speak to her about the sexual allegations.

Episode 39

As Rachel Reid is giving her statement about recent events and allegations surrounding Sergeant Brian McGonigle, the sergeant arrives at the station.

Episode 40

Episode 82

Brian has returned to Red Rock and wants his life back. Liam is determined that he will keep Rachel away from her abuser, but it is far too late for that.

Episode 89

Episode 161

Episode 162

Episode 163

An apathetic Paudge is struggling following Sharon's departure, but a grieving Aoife Burke re-engages him. Keith is tired of living in fear and confronts Alice Bruton.

Episode # 5.1

Paudge discovers the extent of Aoife's past with Tony Doyle. Keith pays Alice less than they had agreed.

Episode # 5.2

A horrified Dunne learns that the man he is protecting is not who he thought he was. Alice reveals Keith's dealings to the Kielys. Conor wants a chat with Angela at the station.

Episode #5.3

Dunne sweats when Donna's phone leads Angela to the murder site. Ash does her best to prove herself having lost Angela's trust. Keith tries to get a grip on his situation.

Episode #5.4

Starting on the day a long, dormant feud between two local families is brutally reignited, this continuing drama is based around a busy Dublin Garda station. On one side, the Hennessys, a local dynasty, whose name is above half the businesses in town. On the other side, the Kielys, who have turned petty crime into a cottage industry. Charting the life and dramas of a community about to be enveloped by a feud, through the eyes of those who police it, each episode will be a mix of 'crime of the week' stories and on-going serial arcs, following principle characters in both their professional and personal lives. A powerful and moving drama, Red Rock is a contemporary western, set in the shadow of Ireland's 'gold rush'.

The Best Seasons of Red Rock

The Best Seasons of Red Rock

Season 5

Season 3

Season 1

Season 2